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The sum of two numbers is 60. The greater number is 6 more than the smaller number. Which equation can be used to solve for the smaller number?

1) x + (x + 6) = 60
2) x- (x + 6) = 60
3) x(x + 6) = 60
04) x(x-6) = 60​

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Answer:

  • 1) x + (x + 6) = 60

Explanation:

Let the numbers be x and y

  • x + y = 60
  • y = x + 6

Then, substituting y:

  • x + (x + 6) = 60

Correct option is 1)

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