SOLUTION: Two numbers are in ratio 3:5 if their difference is 32. Find the numbers

Question 941621: Two numbers are in ratio 3:5 if their difference is 32. Find the numbers
Answer by TimothyLamb(4379) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x = larger number
y = smaller number
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y/x = 3/5
5y = 3x
x - y = 32
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put the system of linear equations into standard form
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3x - 5y = 0
x - y = 32
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solution:
x = 80
y = 48
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