Question

Convert the given statement into algebraic expression my age is X years. My friend age is 5 more than half of my age

Answer 1

Answer:y=5+x/2

Step-by-step explanation:

x-2y=-10

Answer 2

The algebraic expression for the given statement is x - 2y + 10

• Given,

             My age = x years

• Half of my age = x/2 years
• 5 more than half of my age = x/2 + 5
• Let the age of my friend be y

              $y = \frac{x}{2}+5$

              $y=\frac{x+5(2)}{2}$

              $y=\frac{x+10}{2}$

              $2y=x+10$

              $x-2y+10=0$

∴ The algebraic expression is x - 2y + 10