Question

The larger of two numbers is nine more than the smaller numbet. If the sum of the

numbers is 17, find the two numbers. Write your answer as two numbers separated by
a comma,
Type your answer

Answer 1

x = 4

y = 13

Explanation:

x + 9 = y--------(1)

x + y = 17---------(2)

(1) ----> (2),

x + 9 + x = 17

2x + 9 = 17

2x = 8

x = 4

y = 13