Question

Van is 12 yrs older than john. Two yrs ago. Van was twice as old as john. Find thier present age.

Answer 1

John = 14 ; Van = 26

Explanation:

V = 12 + J

V - 2 = 2(J-2)

12 + J - 2 = 2J - 4

J + 10 = 2J - 4

2J - J = 10 + 4

J = 14

V = 12 + 14

V = 26