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The sum of two numbers is 155. Their difference is 23. Find the numbers.

User Adetunji
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132
Because 155-23=132
User Marc
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Answer:

66 and 89

Explanation:

Let's call the numbers x and x + 23

x + x + 23 = 155

2x + 23 = 155

2x = 155 - 23

2x = 132

x = 66

x + 23 ➡ 89

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