SOLUTION: the sum of two numbers is 25. one number is less than three times the other number. find the number. I need help solving this. I have came up with an answer but I;m not sure if i

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Question 463348: the sum of two numbers is 25. one number is less than three times the other number. find the number.
I need help solving this. I have came up with an answer but I;m not sure if its correct or not.

Answer by algebrahouse.com(1659)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Your question doesn't make sense.
It says "one number is less than three times the other".
How much less?

Either try re-posting it on this site, or
you can post it on my forum {below} and I will answer it.

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