Question

Fausto is 18 years old. He is two years younger than twice his brother Carlos' age. Which equation can be used to determine y, Carlos' age in years

A. 2y + 2 = 18
B. 2y - 2 = 18
C. 18 + 2y = 2
D. 2 + 18 = 2y + 2

Answer 1

Answer:B

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Answer 2

Fausto 2 years younger than Carlo's.

2y - 2 = 18

2y = 18 + 2

2y = 20

The answer is B.