A second number is four times the first. Their sum is 50. Fine the numbers.( show work )

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Paul Degnan · Answer 1 · 2021-02-22T07:45:19+0000

Answer:

Let the number(second) be "P"

The first number= 4×P = 4P

4P + P = 50

5P = 50

P = 50

5

P = 10(second number)

First number = 4×10 = 40

Therefore the numbers are 40 and 10