Question

Ike is five years older than his brother.

If Ike's age is represented by x, which of the following would represent his brother's age?

x + 5
5 - x
x - 5
5 x

Answer 1

If Ike's age is represented by \( x \), and he is five years older than his brother, then his brother's age can be represented as:

\[ x - 5 \]

So, the correct answer is **x - 5**.