SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 47. Their difference is 37. Find the numbers. (2 numbers)

 

Hi,

Let x and y represent the larger and smaller nummber respectively

Question states***

 x + y = 47

 x - y = 37       Add 1st EQ to 2nd EQ  to eliminate y

   2x = 84

    x = 42  and y = 5