Elijah's age is
35 his brother's age now. 10 years ago, his age was
25 that of his brother's. How old is Elijah now?
| |
Elijah |
Elijah's brother |
Difference |
| Before |
2x2 =
4 u |
5x2 =
10 u |
3x2 =
6 u |
| Change |
+ 10 |
+ 10 |
|
| After |
3x3 =
9 u |
5x3 =
15 u |
2x3 =
6 u |
The difference in the age between Elijah and Elijah's brother remains unchanged. Make the difference in age the same. LCM of 3 and 2 is 6.
Increase in the age of Elijah
= 9 u - 4 u
= 5 u
5 u = 10
1 u = 10 ÷ 5 = 2
Elijah's age now
= 9 u
= 9 x 2
= 18
Answer(s): 18
