Question

John’s age is 2 years more than twice Mary’s age, and the sum of their ages is 32 years. How old is each.

Answer 1

Answer:

John is 22; Mary is 10

Step-by-step explanation:

mary=m

john=2+2m

equation john + mary = 32

(2+2m) + m =32

3m+2 =32

3m=30

m=10

2m+2=?

2(10)+2=22