Question 758846
The sum of two numbers is 100. If 3 times the smaller is added to twice the larger the result is 225. Find the numbers. 
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Equations:
x + y = 100
2x + 3y = 225
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Modify for elimination:
2x + 2y = 200
2x + 3y = 225
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Subtract and solve for "y":

y = 25
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x = 75
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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