SOLUTION: the sum of two numbers is 41, thier differences is 7. Find the larger of the two numbers.

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Question 937542: the sum of two numbers is 41, thier differences is 7. Find the larger of the two numbers.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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x + y = 41
x-y = 7
2x = 48
x = 24 and y = 17 41-24
24 the Larger number