Question 1
The sum of A and B's ages is 59. Twice A's age minus B's age is 10. Find A's age.
A + B = 59
2A - B = 10
Adding the two equations: (A + B) + (2A - B) = 59 + 10
3A = 69
A = 23
Verification: B = 59 - 23 = 36
2(23) - 36 = 10 = 10 ✓
2A - B = 10
Adding the two equations: (A + B) + (2A - B) = 59 + 10
3A = 69
A = 23
Verification: B = 59 - 23 = 36
2(23) - 36 = 10 = 10 ✓