In order to solve this mathematical problem we can first consolidate and observe the given values and the values that are not known in the stated problem. Annie traveled 5 times the sum of the number of hours Brian traveled and 2. Together they traveled 20 hours. Find the numbers.
Equation,
1. 5(y) + 2 = 20
2. 5y = 20 – 2
3. 5y = 18
4. Y = 18 / 5
5. Y = 3.6
6. 5y = 5(3.6)
7. Annie = 18
Hence, Annie traveled 18 hours while Brian traveled 3.6 hours.