Question

One number exceeds another by 4 and their sum is 26.find them with proper language and process.​

Answer 1

15 and 11

Explanation:

First find an equation that represents this scenario.

26 = n + (n-4) works, because the sum (26) is equal to the number (n) plus the number minus 4, which is the other number.

To find both numbers, solve for n:

26 = n + (n - 4)

First, combine like terms.

26 = 2n - 4

Then, add 4 to both sides

30 = 2n

Then divide both sides by 2.

15 = n.

So the number is 15, and the other number is 15-4, which is 11.