Multiple choice

Jacob's present age is 2 years more than David's present age. Which of the following linear equations represents this statement, where x represents the age of Jacob and y represents the age of David?

  1. 2x + 3y = 2

  2. x = 2y + 4

  3. x = y + 2

  4. x + 4y = 2
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Explanation

Jacob's age (x) is 2 years more than David's age (y). This is expressed as x = y + 2.

AI explanation

The problem states that Jacob's age, represented by x, is 2 years more than David's age, represented by y. Translating this directly into a linear equation gives x = y + 2.

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