Question

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

Answer 1

132
Because 155-23=132

Answer 2

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