SOLUTION: Sarah’s age is one-third her age plus 12 years. How old is she?

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Question 1146655: Sarah’s age is one-third her age plus 12 years. How old is she?
Answer by VFBundy(438)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x = x/3 + 12

2x/3 = 12

2x = 36

x = 18

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