♡ The Question ♡
-You are 5 years older than your cousin. How old is your cousin when you are 12 years old?
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♡ The Answer ♡
- Your cousin is 7.
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♡ The Explanation/Step-By-Step ♡
- If you're 5 years OLDER than your cousin, you are going to be subtracting. Why?: You are provided the age of you which is '12.' So if you're 5 years older than your cousin you're subtracting your age which is 12 from 5!
12 - 5 = 7
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♡ Tips ♡
-Try to look at the keywords around the words to figure out an equation to use, then afterwards attempt to solve! Feel free to use a calculator if you're struggling!