Can You Figure Out This Math Issue? My brother was half my age when I was four years old. I’m Eighteen Now; What’s My Brother’s Age?

Challenging Brainteaser: Sibling Rivalry
Are you ready for a tricky brainteaser that has stumped many? Give it a shot and see if you can crack it on your first attempt!

Setting the Scene
Brothers and sisters often playfully argue about who’s older and wiser, even if they’re just a year apart! The eldest claims favoritism for being first, while the youngest insists on being loved most as the baby. It’s a timeless debate!

The Brainteaser Quiz

Think your brain is warmed up enough to tackle this sibling quiz?

The Puzzle
Here’s the tricky puzzle: When they were 4 years old, the person’s brother was half their age. Can you figure out how old the brother is when the person turns 18?

Solution
Let’s break it down together. At 4 years old, the person’s brother was 2 years old (half their age). This means the brother is consistently 2 years younger. Therefore, when the person turns 18, their brother will be 16 years old.

Did you guess correctly? If so, well done! If not, don’t worry—this one’s tough! Share this brainteaser with your friends and family to challenge them too. Let us know in the comments how quickly you cracked it!

 

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