Question

The sum of Kyra's and Caleb's ages is 37. Caleb's age is equal to twice the quantity of Kyra's age decreased by 4. Let k represent Kyra's age.
Complete each expression to represent the situation.



Kyra's age: , 1 of 3.
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years



Caleb's age: , 2 of 3.
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(k − , 3 of 3.
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) years

Part B
Add the two expressions and set this sum equal to 37 to model the situation with an equation. Solve for k. How old is Kyra?

Answer 1

Based on the given conditions, formulate:
Rearrange unknown terms to the left side of the equation:
Combine like terms:
Calculate the sum or difference:
Divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient of variable:
Answer: k=41/3