Mario is x

Question

years old. In 7 years, he will be 19. Which equation can be used to determine Mario’s present age?(1 point)
Responses

x + 7 = 19
x plus 7 equals 19

x + 19 = 7
x plus 19 equals 7

x − 7 = 19
x minus 7 equals 19

x − 19 = 7
x minus 19 equals 7

Answer 1

To determine Mario’s present age, we can set up the equation based on the information given. Currently, Mario is \( x \) years old, and in 7 years, he will be \( x + 7 \) years old. According to the problem, in 7 years, he will be 19 years old. Therefore, we can write the equation:

\[ x + 7 = 19 \]

So, the correct response is:

x + 7 = 19