Question

One integer is 10 more than another, Their sum is 4. What are the 2 integers? PLEASE HELP!

Answer 1

The two integers are : -3 , 7

Explanation:

Let the integers be x and y

Given one of the integer is 10 more than the other, Let x = y + 10 -----(1)

Also Given sum of integers . x + y = 4 ----------- (2)

Substitute ( 1 ) in (2)

x + y = 4

(y + 10) + y = 4

y + 10 + y = 4

2y + 10 = 4

2y = 4 - 10

2y = -6

y = -3

Substitute y = -3 in ( 1 ) : x = - 3 + 10 = 7