Question

Jordan is 3 years less than twice the age of his cousin. If their ages total 48, how old is Jordan?

a.
15

b.
12

c.
31

d.
17

Answer 1

Answer:

Jordan is 31 and the cousin is 17    C. 31

Step-by-step explanation:

(2x-3)

x+(2x-3)=48

x+2=48+3

3x        =51

x=51/3=17 (cousin)

Jordan 2 times 17-3=34-3=31