Question

Bose's and Phoebe's ages aaadd up to 29. Seven years ago Bose was twice as old as phoebe .Find their present ages

Answer 1

Bose is 17 and Phoebe is 12

Explanation:

Step 1: Identify Variables

Bose's Age: b

Phoebe's Age: p

Step 2 - Solve for Phoebe's age

b + p = 29

(2p -7) + p = 29

3p - 7 = 29

3p = 36

p = 12

Step 3: Substitute to find Bose's age

b + p = 29

b + 12 = 29

b = 17

Bose is 17 and Phoebe is 12.