Question 488434
Craig is 24 years younger than his mother. Together their ages total 56 years. How is each person? Explain how you found your answer
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let x= mother's age
x-24=Craig's age
ages of mother and son total 56
x+(x-24)=56
x+x-24=56
2x=80
x=40

ans:
mother's age=40
Craig's age=40-24=16