Question

The sum of two numbers is 68. The larger number is 22 larger than the smaller number. What are the two numbers

Answer 1

x = 23 and y = 45

Explanation:

x + y = 68

y = x + 22

substitute into your equation for x + y = 68

x + (x+22) = 68

combine like terms

2x + 22 = 68

2x = 46

x = 23

Now, use this to solve for y = x + 22

y = 23 + 22

y = 45