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Question 508144: Hello. I am having a hard time understanding Algebra. I am looking for someone to explain to me in basic terms the steps involved in solving this problem and similar ones:
The second of two numbers is five less than three times the first.
Their sum is 43. What are the numbers?
I am very grateful for any help you may give me.
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+3x-5=43
4x=43+5
4x=48
x=12