Ask your own question, for FREE!
Algebra 24 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

the age of the older of two brothers is twice that of the younger; 5 years ago it was three times that of the younger. find the age of each . someone please help me

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Let y be the age of the younger of two brothers. Then the older brother's age is 2y. 5 years ago: 3(y-5)=2y-5 Sove the above for y. y = 10 2y = 20

Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!
Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!