Jane is 5 years younger than Mary. How old is Jane if Mary is 23 years old? Please show step so I can understand how you get the answer .Because word problem confuse me.Thank you in advance

3 answers

Mary is 23 years old.
Jane is 5 years younger than Mary.

How old is Jane?
23
-5
_____
18 would be my answer?
Yes, 18.