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

The sum of two numbers is 78. If four times the smaller number is subtracted from the larger number, the result is 13. What are the two numbers?

Explanation:

EQUATION:

x+ y = 78

x-4y = 13

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solve by any method to get:

x = 65

y = 13