Question

when Maria was born, her mother was 24 years old. At present, Maria's age is 20% of her mother's age. How old is Maria now?​

Answer 1

the mother is older than maria by 24 years.

if Maria's age = x

mother's age = x+24

x=0.2(x+24)

x=0.2x+4.8

x-0.2x= 4.8

0.8x=4.8

x=4.8/0.8

x=6

Maria's age is 6 years