Question

The sum of two numbers is -284 One number is 62 less than other find the numbers

Answer 1

The numbers are -173 and -111.

Explanation:

If the numbers are x and y we have the system:

x + y = -284

x - y = 62 Adding:

2x = -222

x = -111

Then -111 + y = -284

y = -284 + 111 = -173.