Ages of Emma and Jake

Medium Word Problems Algebraic Reasoning

Emma is twice as old as Jake. In 5 years, the sum of their ages will be 50.

Let E be Emma's current age and J be Jake's current age.

Based on the information given, which of the following equations correctly represents the situation?

$$ E + J + 10 = 50 $$

$$ 2J + 5 = 50 $$

$$ 2E + 10 = 50 $$

$$ E + 5 + (J + 5) = 50 $$

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