Question

A number is 2/5 times another number. If their sum is 70, find their numbers

Answer 1

Answer is 68

Explanation:

let the no. be x

2/5 of x + x = 70

2/5x+x=70 LCM = 5

5x + 2/5(whole upon)= 70

5x+ 2 = 70 * 5/5 (whole upon)

5x=68