x + (x+12) = 74

2x + 12 = 74

2x = 62

x = 31  -->  x+12 = 43



The two numbers are 31 and 43. 

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 The larger of two numbers is 12 more than the smaller number. If the sum of the two numbers is 74, find the two numbers.

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74 + 12 = 86

86/2 is the larger number

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74 - 12 = 62

62/2 is the smaller number 

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