Question 1
The sum of A and B's ages is 43. Twice A's age minus B's age is 23. Find A's age.
A + B = 43
2A - B = 23
Adding the two equations: (A + B) + (2A - B) = 43 + 23
3A = 66
A = 22
Verification: B = 43 - 22 = 21
2(22) - 21 = 23 = 23 ✓
2A - B = 23
Adding the two equations: (A + B) + (2A - B) = 43 + 23
3A = 66
A = 22
Verification: B = 43 - 22 = 21
2(22) - 21 = 23 = 23 ✓