Question

The sum of two numbers is -14. If the smaller number is subtracted from the larger number, the result is 10. Find the number

Answer 1

smaller number = - 12

larger number = -2

Explanation:

x + y = - 14

x - y = 10 Add

2x = - 4 Divide by 2

x = -4/2 = - 2

-2 + y = - 14 Substitute - 2 = x in x + y = - 14

y = - 14 + 2 Combine

y = - 12