Question

The sum of two numbers is 52. The greater number is 4 more than the smaller number. Which equation can be used to solve for the smaller number? (5 points)

Group of answer choices

x − (x + 4) = 52

x + (x + 4) = 52

x(x + 4) = 52

x(x − 4) = 52

Answer 1

x + (x+4) = 52

24 and 28

Explanation:

x + x + 4 = 52

2x = 52 - 4

x = 48/2

x = 24

24+4 = 28

24 + 28 = 52