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The sum of two numbers gives twelve the difference gives two. what are the two numbers​

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Answer:

7 & 5

Explanation:

According to the text:


x+y=12\\ x-y=2

the two equations are added, "y" is canceled:


2x=14


x=14/2 =7

The other number "y":


7+y=12


y=12-7


y=5

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User Darcy Rayner
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Answer:

7 and 5

Explanation:

7+5=12 and 7-5=2

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