Question

The difference of two numbers is 3. Their sum is 13. Find the numbers

Answer 1

8 and 5

Explanation:

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`x+y=13\\y-x=3`

Use this and substitute like system of equations

`x+y=13\\y=13-x\\`

Now substitute

`(13-x)-x=3\\13-2x=3\\-2x=-10\\x=5`

Now finish the job

`5+y=13\\y=8`

Answer 2

8 and 5

Explanation: