Vincent is 6 years old now. His brother is 28 years older than him. How old will Vincent be when his age is
59 of his brother's age?
| |
Vincent |
His brother |
Difference |
| Before |
|
|
28 |
| Change |
+ ? |
+ ? |
|
| After |
5 u |
9 u |
4 u |
The difference in the age between Vincent and his brother at first and in the end remains unchanged.
Number of years that his brother is older than Vincent
= 9 u - 5 u
= 4 u
4 u = 28
1 u = 28 ÷ 4 = 7
Vincent's age when his age is
59 of his brother's age
= 5 u
= 5 x 7
= 35
Answer(s): 35
