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The sum of two numbers is 57. if one of the numbers is (y+5) find the other number​

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Answer:

31

Explanation:

x+y = 57

x = y+5

=>

y + 5 + y = 57

=> 2×y + 5 = 57

=> 2×y = 52

=> y = 26

=> x = 26 + 5 = 31

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