Question

Lindsey is 5 years less than half her father's age. The sum of their ages is 79. How old is Lindsey?
L = F/2 - 5
F = 2(L+5)

L + 2(L+5) = 79
Lindsey is 23 and her father is 56
Thanks Steve!

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