SOLUTION: the smaller of two number is 9 less than the larger, and their sum is 38. Find the numbers

 

Hi,

 , the smaller of two number is 9 less than the larger

Question states***

 y + x = 38    || y = x-9

(x-9) + x = 38

   2x - 9 = 38

     2x = 47

      x = 47/2 0r    and y =   ( 9 less)



and...

 +   = 38