Question

Charlene is 8 years older than Aaron. the sum of their ages is 44. what are their ages?

WRITING AND SOLVING ONE- VARIABLE EQUATIONS

Answer 1

Charlene is 26 yo

Aaron is 18yo

Explanation:

You can write an equation using a variable

like this

44 = 26 + a

44 = 26 + 18

recheck-

44 - 26 = 18

18 + 8 = 26

Answer 2

36

Step-by-step explanation:44-8=36