Question

Devonte is 7 years older than Hanna. In 7 years the sum of their ages will be 83. How old is Devonte now?

Answer 1

Hannah = 34 and 1/2

Devonte = 41 and 1/2

Explanation:

Hanna = x

Devonte = x+7

x+x+7=83-7

2x+7=76

2x=76-7

2x=69

x=34.5

Hannah = x = 34.5

Devonte = x+7 = 41.5