Let x be Drew's age.

Sam is (1/2)x

x+(1/2)x=54

(3/2)x=54

3x=108

x=<<36=36>>36

Sam is 36/2=<<36/2=18>>18 years old

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Sam and Drew have a combined age of 54. Sam is half of Drew's age. How old is Sam?
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Sam and Drew have a combined age of 54. Sam is half of Drew's age. How old is Sam?
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