SOLUTION: Rachael's sister is 36 years old. She is 6 years older than twice Rachael's age. Which equation can best be used to find Rachael's age, a? Is it A. 1/2a= 36-6 B. a= 36-2(6)

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Question 823214: Rachael's sister is 36 years old. She is 6 years older than twice Rachael's age. Which equation can best be used to find Rachael's age, a?
Is it
A. 1/2a= 36-6
B. a= 36-2(6)
C. 36=2a+6
D. 36= 2a-6
I chose C is it right?

Answer by richwmiller(17219)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
C. 36=2a+6
yes

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