Question 1102838
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Using algebra to solve this problem is a good exercise when you are first learning HOW to use algebra to solve problems.<br>
But for this problem, if you are just looking to get the answer as quickly as possible, algebra is "overkill".<br>
Use logical reasoning.<br>
If the sum of the two numbers is 43 and one of them is 5 larger than the other, then take away that "extra" 5, leaving you with two numbers that are the same and whose sum is 43-5=38.
That makes the two numbers each 38/2 = 19.
Now give the extra 5 back to the larger number, giving you the answer to the problem, which is 19 and 24.