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  • 23-11-2016
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The sum of two numbers is 35 . The smaller number is 17 less than the larger number. What is the largest and the smallest number?

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baabaagreysheep
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  • 23-11-2016
x + x - 17 = 35
2x - 17 = 35
+ 17
2x = 52
÷ 2
x = 26 (larger number)

35 - 26 = 9 (smaller number)
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john123aba john123aba
  • 23-11-2016
x + x - 17 = 35
2x - 17 = 35
+ 17
2x = 52
÷ 2
x = 26 (larger number)

35 - 26 = 9 (smaller number)
Answer Link

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