SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 90; their difference id 75. Find the numbers.

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Question 405613: The sum of two numbers is 90; their difference id 75. Find the numbers.

Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Hi
Let x and y represent the two numbers
Question states***
x + y = 90
x - y = 75
2x = 165
x = 82.5 and y = 7.5 (90-82.5)
CHECKING our Answer***
82.5 - 7.5 = 75
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