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The sum of two numbers is 45 . the smaller number is 19 less than the larger number. what are the numbers?

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Let, the smaller number = x

Larger number = x + 19

It is given that, x + x+ 19 = 45
2x = 45 - 19
x = 26/2
x = 13
Then, x + 19 = 32

In short, Your Numbers would be: 13 & 32

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