Simple Math or English question?

Question

There is this contest that this girl wants to join... and the contest says "Contest is open to all kids age 12 and below" if she's 13, can she join? because it says open to all kids..?

Answer 1

nope she cant.

it basically means all kids who are age 12 and below. all kids meaning there are no other criteria other than they must be age 12 and below.

Answer 2

No, because she is older than the maximum age limit, which is stated as 12.

"All kids 12 and below" is a complete statement... "All kids" does NOT stand alone.

So no, your 13 year old friend cannot participate in the contest.