SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 996. The difference of the larger and twice the smaller is 33. Find the two numbers.
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Question 906282: The sum of two numbers is 996. The difference of the larger and twice the smaller is 33. Find the two numbers.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x + y = 996
x - y = 33
2x = 1029
x = 514.5 and y = 481.5
And...checking
sum = 996
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