Question

Manon and Rasha's age total is 27 years. Manon's age plus twice Rasha's age is 43. Find their ages.

Answer 1

R = 16

M = 11

Explanation:

M + R = 27

M + 2R = 43

Substitute: M = 27-R

27-R + 2R = 43

27 + R = 43

R = 16

M = 11