Question

If x - y=5, x + y = 59, and x > y, what is the value of xy?

Answer 1

x=32, y=27

Explanation:

32-27=5

32+27=59

32>27

32x27=864

Answer 2

864

Explanation:

∵X-Y=5 and.

∵X+Y=59 add the two equations

∴2X=64

∴X=32 (substitute in any equation)

∴32 - Y=5

∴Y = 27

∴ So . X×Y=32 × 27=864