Which shows an equation for this situation?

Gary is 3 years older than twice the age of his sister, Elena.

A) G = 6E

B) G = 2E + 3

C) E = 3G + 2

D) G = 3E + 2

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Jayvion Wall

22 May, 23:19

Which shows an equation for this situation?

Gary is 3 years older than twice the age of his sister, Elena.

A) G = 6E

B) G = 2E + 3

C) E = 3G + 2

D) G = 3E + 2

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Alexandria Perry · Answer 1

Let

G = Gary's age

E = Elena's age

Note:

Twice Elene's age is translated into 2E.

Gary is 3 years older than 2E is translated into 2E + 3.

So the answer is B.

Which shows an equation for this situation?Gary is 3 years older than twice the age of his sister, Elena.A) G = 6EB) G = 2E + 3C) E = 3G + 2D) G = 3E + 2

Which shows an equation for this situation?

Gary is 3 years older than twice the age of his sister, Elena.

A) G = 6E

B) G = 2E + 3

C) E = 3G + 2

D) G = 3E + 2