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4. The sum of 2 numbers is 20. The first number is 14 less than the second number. If x is the 1st number and y is the 2nd,

number:
X =
Y =

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Explanation:

Given,

x+y=20 ‐--------- eqn(1)

If, (x-14)+y=20

x+y= 20+14

y=34-x ——------- eqn(2)

Puting value of y in eqn(1).

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