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2 June, 10:29

The sum of 2 numbers is 38. one number is 10 more than the other.

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  1. 2 June, 13:40
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    24, 14

    Step-by-step explanation:

    x + y = 38

    x = 10 + y

    You can substitute (10+y) into the top equation where the x is.

    10 + y + y = 38

    10 + 2y = 38

    2y = 28

    y = 14

    Now plug 14 in for y in either equation to get x

    x = 10 + 14

    x = 24
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