Question

Sum of two numbers is 40. If one exceeds the other by 10, then find the numbers?

Answer 1

15 and 25 is the answer.

Answer 2

15 and 25

Step-by-step explanation:

Set up equation:

x + x + 10 = 40

2x + 10 = 40

2x = 30

x = 15

15 + 15 + 10 = 40

15 + 25 = 40

40 = 40

Correct!