Peter is 2 years older than Winnie. Peter's age is 16 years less than seven times Winnie's age. The equations below model the relationship between Peter's age (p) and Winnie's age (w):

p = w + 2

p = 7w - 16

Which is a possible correct method to find Peter's and Winnie's ages?

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Madalyn Pace

29 October, 10:28

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Billy · Answer 1

I would say P = w + 2, because their ages change over time but the difference between the ages will always be the same.

Peter is 2 years older than Winnie. Peter's age is 16 years less than seven times Winnie's age. The equations below model the relationship between Peter's age (p) and Winnie's age (w):p = w + 2p = 7w - 16Which is a possible correct method to find Peter's and Winnie's ages?