Question

Tobgay’s age is twice the age of his friend, Pema. If the sum of their ages is 54, how old are they?

Answer 1

Tobgay is 36 and Pema is 18

Explanation:

y= Tobgay, x= Pema

y+x=54

y= 2x

2x+x= 54

3x=54

x= 18

2x=y

2(18)= 36