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2 December, 13:24

The second of two numbers is 5 more than twice the first. The sum of the numbers is 44. Find the numbers by writing and solving a system of equations.

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  1. 2 December, 14:34
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    19 1/2 and 24 1/2

    x + 5 = y

    x + y = 44

    Substitute x + 5 for y.

    x + x + 5 = 44

    2x + 5 = 44

    Subtract 5 from both sides.

    2x = 39

    Divide both sides by 2.

    x = 19 1/2

    Now, substitute 19 1/2 in for x.

    19 1/2 + 5 = y

    24 1/2 = y
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