Question

Amy is six years younger than Melody. Two years ago, Melody was three times as old as Amy. How old is Amy now?

Answer 1

Amy is 14 years old now.

Explanation:

This one is a bit wordy, but try to break down the word problem.

Amy is six years younger than Melody. Two years ago, Melody was three times as old as Amy.

So, Melody was 6(3)+2. Melody was 18 two years ago, so add 2 to that number. Subtract the answer (which is 20) by 6. Therefore, Amy is 14.

Answer 2

14

Explanation:

two years ago she was 4 and he is 3 times as old as her which is 12 add the 2 years ago now she is 14