Question

The sum of Micah’s age and Aria’s age is 29. Aria is 5 years older than twice Micah’s age. Let x represent Micah’s age. The equation that can be used to find Micah’s age is

x + (x + 5) = 29.
x + (2 x + 5) = 29.
x + (2 x) = 29.
x + (2 x minus 5) = 29.

Answer 1

x + (2x + 5) = 29

Explanation:

Mica's age: x

Aria's age: 2x + 5

Sum of ages: x + (2x + 5)

Given sum of ages: 29

Equation: x + (2x + 5) = 29

Answer: x + (2x + 5) = 29