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The sum of the real numbers x and y is 24. Their difference is 12. What is
the value of xy?
A. 108
B. 90
C. 58
D. 18
E. 6

User BishopZ
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Answer: A(108)

Explanation:

x is x while y=x-12

x+x-12=24

=> 2x=36

=> x=18

y=18-12=>6

18*6= 108

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