SOLUTION: The state of Indiana has approximately 2.1 million more people than Kentucky. Together their population totals 10.3 million. Approximately how many people are in each state?

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Question 1164969: The state of Indiana has approximately 2.1 million more people than Kentucky. Together their population totals 10.3 million. Approximately how many people are in each state?
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Indiana, 6.2 million
Kentucky, 4.1 million

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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The state of Indiana has approximately 2.1 million more people than Kentucky. Together their population totals 10.3 million. Approximately how many people are in each state?
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I + K = 10.3
I - K = 2.1
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