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Write two numbers that multiply to the value on top and add to the value on bottom. 18 + 9 Submit Answer

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Firstly, 18 and 9 are divisible by 3

factors of 18 are

1 and 18, 2 and 9, 3 and 6

The only factors of 18 that give us 18 when multiply and 9 when add are 3 and 6

3 + 6 = 9

3 x 6 = 18

The two numbers are 3 and 6

Another method to use

Let the number be x and y

when will multiply

x * y = 18

when add

x + y = 9

xy =

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