Question

Maggie's brother is 3 years younger than four times her age. The sum of their ages is 32.

How old is Maggie?

Maggie is years old.

Answer 1

Answer: Maggie is 7 years old.

Explanation:

Maggie = x years old

Maggie’s brother = 4x - 3 years old

x + 4x - 3 = 32

5x -3 = 32

5x = 35

x = 7