Question

6 years ago, Sam was 11 years old. How old is he today?

• A. 13 years
• B. 15 years
• C. 17 years
• D. 19 years

Answer 1

The correct option is C 17 years

Let Sam be x years old today.
6 years ago, his age was x - 6.
Hence, x - 6 = 11.
Solving for x, x = 11 + 6
x = 17.
Therefore, Sam is 17 years old today.