The smaller of two numbers is one-half the larger, and their sum is 27. Find the numbers. I need an answer in 10 minutes

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Answer:

18 and 9

Explanation:

The numbers are x and 1/2x.

x + 1/2x = 27

3/2x = 27

x = 18 so the numbers of 18 and 9.

Manish J answered Oct 2, 2021

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