Question 664113
x+y=90
y = 2x-30
Substitute y into the equation
x+ 2x-30 = 90
Combine like terms
3x = 90+30
3x=120
x=40
y=2(80)-30=50
One part is 20, the other part is 50.
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40+50=90
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