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The sum of two numbers is -36. Their difference is 68

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Answer:

Explanation:

Let the numbers be x and y

x + y = -36........(1)

x - y = 68..........(2)

Adding (1) and (2)

2x = 32

x = 32/2

x = 16

And x + y = -36....(1)

16 + y = -36

y = -36 - 16

y = -52

The number are 16 and -52

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