SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 21. Twice the larger number is four times the smaller number. Find the two numbers

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Question 250065: The sum of two numbers is 21. Twice the larger number is four times the smaller number. Find the two numbers
Answer by Greenfinch(383) About Me  (Show Source):
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A + B = 21
2A = 4B so A = 2B
ie 3A = 21
A = 7
B = 14