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the sum of two numbers is 95. If twice the smaller number is subtracted from the larger number, the result is 8. Find the two numbers.

Solution

the sum of two numbers is 95. If twice the smaller number is subtracted from the larger number, the result is 8. Find the two numbers.

Solution

The numbers : 29, 66

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x and y

:

number 1 : x

number 2 : y

A.T.Q.:

x + y = 95

y - 2 x = 8

x + y = 95, y - 2 x = 8 : x = 29, y = 66

The numbers : 29, 66

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