Question

Molly is currently one third the age of her mother. In 12 years, Molly will be half the age that her mother will be. How old is Molly's mother now?

Answer 1

Molly's mother is 36 years old now.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Molly's mother is 36 now.

Explanation:

(I could go the algabraic way, but I'd prefer not to. I'd rather guess. )

If Molly would be 24 in 12 years and her mother would be 48 at that time, then Molly is 12 now. Her mother would be 36 now.

Well, that didn't take too long! I hope this helps!