SOLUTION: The larger of two numbers is 6 times the smaller. If 5 less than the larger number equals the smaller plus 5, find the numbers.
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Question 356604: The larger of two numbers is 6 times the smaller. If 5 less than the larger number equals the smaller plus 5, find the numbers.
Answer by nyc_function(2741) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let L = larger number
Let S = smaller number
L = 6S
L - 5 = S + 5
Solve the system to find your answers.
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