SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 37. The difference of these same numbers is 11. Find the numbers. Must show work

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Question 400301: The sum of two numbers is 37. The difference of these same numbers is 11. Find the numbers. Must show work
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x + y = 37

x - y = 11

adding equations together (eliminating y) ___ 2x = 48 ___ x = 24

substituting ___ (24) + y = 37 ___ y = 13

check ___ (24) - (13) = 11