SOLUTION: the number 100 is separated into two parts such that if 1/3 of one part is subtracted from 1/11 of the other, the difference is 11. Find the two parts.

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Question 1055375: the number 100 is separated into two parts such that if 1/3 of one part is subtracted from 1/11 of the other, the difference is 11. Find the two parts.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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Give variables and arrange the numbers as described.

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