Question

Melanie is 2 years older than twice her brother Bill’s age. If Bill is 5 years old,how old is Melanie

Answer 1

she would be 12 because

10 * 2 = 10

10 + 2 = 12

hope this helps :)

Answer 2

Melanie is 2 years older than twice Bill's age
directly translating to math:
M=2+2B

so if Bill is 5, plug in:
M=2+2*5
M=12