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Clary36
Clary36 Clary36
  • 24-01-2017
  • Mathematics
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The sum of two numbers is 3, their difference is -15. Find the numbers.

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linda99chen
linda99chen linda99chen
  • 24-01-2017

x+y=3
x-y=-15
2x=-12
x=-6
y=-6+15=9

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Anonymous Anonymous
  • 24-01-2017

Let, the numbers = x, y
So, x + y = 3
x - y = -15
x = -15 + y

Now, substitute the value of x in 1st equation, 
-15 + y + y = 3
2y = 3 + 15
y = 18/2
y = 9

Now, substitute the value of y in equation 2nd, 
x = -15 + 9
x = -6

In short, Your Numbers are 9 and -6

Hope this helps!

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