Question

A number x is 4 less than three times another number y. If their sum is increased by 5, the result
is 25. Find both the numbers.
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Answer 1

x= 3y-4

x+y+5=25

3y-4+y+5=25

4y+1=25

4y=25-1

4y=24

y=24/4=6

x=3y-4

x=(3*6)-4

x=18-4=14

Therefore,x =14

y = 6