SOLUTION: The Sum of two number is 24. The difference of two numbers is 6. What are my two numbers? I guessed 12 and 6 but im not sure if thats right or not.

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Question 279489: The Sum of two number is 24. The difference of two numbers is 6. What are my two numbers?

I guessed 12 and 6 but im not sure if thats right or not.
Found 2 solutions by bcman8092, richwmiller:
Answer by bcman8092(7) About Me  (Show Source):
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You should know that it is not right!
12+6 = 18 NOT 24
a+b=24
a-b=6
2a=30
a=15
24-15=9=b
check
15+9=24
15-9=6
ok