Age Word Problem

Age Word Problem
Introduction

Word problems help us use algebra to solve real-life situations. By representing an unknown value with a variable, we can create an equation and find the answer. Age problems are commo...

One day, Owen visits his aunt and spends time with his little cousin, Tyler. Owen is 13 years old, and Tyler is 3 years old.

One year from now, Owen will be 13 + 1 or 14 years old, and Tyler will be 3 + 1 or 4 years old. This shows that both of their ages increase by the same number each year. Owen’s aunt asks him, ‘When will your age be t...