SOLUTION: Two composite number have a product of 180. their sum is 27. What are the two numbers?

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Question 1089490: Two composite number have a product of 180. their sum is 27. What are the two numbers?
Found 2 solutions by ikleyn, Alan3354:
Answer by ikleyn(52824) About Me  (Show Source):
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12 and 15.

This problem is for mental solution.

The word "composite " is unnecessary and excessive in this condition.



Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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12*15 = 180
12 + 15 = 27
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-12 + (-15) <> 27