SOLUTION: The difference between two numbers is 40. They are in the ratio 9:7. Find the numbers.

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Question 1192285: The difference between two numbers is 40. They are in the ratio 9:7. Find the numbers.
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The difference between two numbers is 40. They are in the ratio 9:7. Find the numbers.
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9x - 7x = 40
x = 20
---> 180 and 140