x = Chase's age
3x + 10 = Molly's age
(3x + 10) - x = 35
Solve for x.
The difference between Molly and Chase's age is 35. if Molly is 3 times Chase's age plus an additional 10 years,how old are they?
2 answers
Let's consider x = C's age
=> M's age = 3x + 10
therefore, (3x + 10)- x = 35
=> 3x + 10 = 35 + x
=> 2x = 35 -10
=> x = 25/2
=> Molly's age = 12 ½
Now, calculate Chase's age.
=> M's age = 3x + 10
therefore, (3x + 10)- x = 35
=> 3x + 10 = 35 + x
=> 2x = 35 -10
=> x = 25/2
=> Molly's age = 12 ½
Now, calculate Chase's age.