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The sum of two numbers is 50. One number is 112 less than the other. Find the numbers.

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Answer:

81 and -31

Explanation:

x + (x - 112) = 50

2x - 112 = 50

2x = 162

x = 81

the other number is x-112 = 81 - 112 = -31

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