Question

Sam and John live on the same street. John is 1 year older then twice Sam’s age. When you sum their ages you get37.How old are each of them

Answer 1

12 and 25

Explanation:

2x+1+x=3x+1

37-1=36

36/3=12

12*2+1=25 and 12

Answer 2

15

Explanation: