Question

If someone is a representative for two terms and a senator for three terms, how many years has that person been in public office?

a. 30
b. 18
c. 22
d. 20

Answer 1

A representative serves for two years per term. A senator serves for 6 years per term.

Let r = 2 and s = 6

2r + 3s
= 2(2) + 3(6)
= 4 + 18
= 22 years