Question

The sum of two numbers is -4.5. Six less than twice the value of the first number is equal to the second number. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

first is 3.5, second is 1

Explanation:

-4.5 = x + 2x - 6

-4.5 - 6 = 3x

10.5 = 3x

10.5/3 = x

3.5 = x

2(3.5) - 6

7 - 6

1