The sum of two numbers is 45. One number is twice of the other. What is the greater number?

Smash asked Feb 4, 2023

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Smash asked Feb 4, 2023

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Answer:

Explanation:

x + 2x = 45

3x = 45

x = 45 ÷ 3

x = 15

so the greater number is,

15 × 2 = 30

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