Question

john is four years older than frank, the sum of their ages is 36

How would this look as an equation?

Answer 1

Let J represent Frank's age and F represent Frank's age.

So, J = 4 + F.

>the sum of their ages is 36

J + F = 36

Substituting,

4 + F + F = 36. --> Solve for F @mel12561

Answer 2

Let me know what you get and we'll compare answers, okay?