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One number is thirteen less than another. If their sum is increased by seven, the result is 86. Find the numbers. (Enter your answers as a comma-separated list.)

User Sashaank
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x+(x-13)+7=86

2x-7=85

2x=92

x=46

46-13=33

ANSWER: 46 , 33

CHECK:

46+33=79

79+7=86

User Pinkdawn
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Answer: 46 and 32

Explanation:

x+(x-14)+7 = 85

2x - 7 = 85

2x = 92

x=46

46 and 32

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