SOLUTION: the difference between two numbers is 120. when three times the larger number is added to the smaller number, the sum is 80. what are the two numbers?

Algebra ->  Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Numbers -> SOLUTION: the difference between two numbers is 120. when three times the larger number is added to the smaller number, the sum is 80. what are the two numbers?      Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com


   



Question 366584: the difference between two numbers is 120. when three times the larger number is added to the smaller number, the sum is 80. what are the two numbers?
Answer by nyc_function(2741) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x - y = 120
3x + y = 80


Can you take it from here?