SOLUTION: the sum of two numbers is 85. If one exceeds the other by 10, find the numbers
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Question 471108: the sum of two numbers is 85. If one exceeds the other by 10, find the numbers
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x + y = 85
x - y = 10
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2x = 95
x = 47.5
y = 37.5
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