Question

Amira is twice as old as her cousin Pam. Nine years ago, their age combined ages was 18. What are their present ages?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Amira = 24 y.o.

Pam = 12 y.o.

Step-by-step explanation:

A = 2P -> Eq. 1

(A-9) + (P-9) = 18

A + P - 18 = 18

A + P = 36 -> Eq. 2

Put Eq. 1 in Eq. 2

2P + P = 36

3P = 36

P = 12

A = 2(12) = 24