Two positive numbers have a difference of 21. The larger number is five more than twice the smaller. Find the two numbers.

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Two positive numbers have a difference of 21. The larger number is five more than twice the smaller. Find the two numbers.

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Acacia 3 years 2021-08-21T19:54:18+00:00 2 Answers 1 views 0

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  1. kimchi2
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    2021-08-21T19:55:25+00:00
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    One is 29 and one is 28

  2. Adela
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    2021-08-21T19:55:41+00:00
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    Answer:

    X = 29

    Y = 8

    Step-by-step explanation:

    X – y = 21

    X = 2y + 5

    Substitute:

    2y+5-y= 21

    2y = 16

    Y = 8

    X-8 = 21

    X = 29

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