Question

Jenny is eight years older than twice her cousin sue's age. the sum of their ages is less than 32. what is the greatest age that sue could be?

Answer 1

7

Explanation:

1) J = 8 + 2S

2) J + S < 32

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8 + 2S + S < 32

8 + 3S < 32

3S < 24

S < 8

Sue's age is less than 8

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if sue's age is less than 8 but not equal, then her greatest age would be 7