Question 953760
54N=Joe+Nick meaning they share half of 54. The problem also is saying Joe has 8 less (N-8) and that means Nick has to have a extra 8 (n+8)
54(1/2)-8=27-8=19  Joe's share
54(1/2)+8=27+8=35  Nick's share

Check answer 19N+35N=54N