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The sum of two numbers is equal to 63, and their difference is equal to 12. Find the numbers ​

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Answer:

25.5 and 37.5

Explanation:

x+y=63

x-y = 12 then x = 12 + y sub this into the first equation

(12+y) + y = 63

12 + 2y = 63

2y = 51

y = 25.5 then x = 37.5

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