Question

The differ of 2 numbers is 8. Their sum is 6. Find the numbers

Answer 1

The two numbers are 7 and -1.

The sum of 7 and -1 is 6:

7 + (-1)

= 7 - 1 = 6

The difference of 7 and -1 is 8:

7 - (-1)

= 7 + 1 = 8

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Answer 2

7, -1

Explanation:

x - y = 8

x + y = 6 Subtract the 2 equations

-2y = 2

y = -1

Replace -1 into equation x + y = 6

x + -1 = 6

x = 7