Question

The sum of present ages of John and his father is 58 years. If John is 24 years younger than his father, then find the present age of John’s father.

Answer 1

father is 41

Explanation:

J = johns age

f = fathers age

j+f = 58

j = f-24

Substitute the second equation into the first

f-24 +f = 58

2f -24= 58

Add 24 to each side

2f = 58+24

2f =82

f = 82/2

f = 41