SOLUTION: A number is 9 more than another number. Twice the sum of the two numbers is 10. Find the two numbers.

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Question 1138485: A number is 9 more than another number. Twice the sum of the two numbers is 10. Find the two numbers.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39623) About Me  (Show Source):
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Use Elimination Method.