SOLUTION: sum of two numbers is 46. one number is 8 less than twice another number
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Question 1034386: sum of two numbers is 46. one number is 8 less than twice another number
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
sum of two numbers is 46. one number is 8 less than twice another number
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Equations:
x + y = 46
x = 2y-8
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Substitute for "x" and solve for "y"::
2y-8 + y = 46
3y = 54
y = 18
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x = 2y-8 = 28
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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