Question

One out of two numbers is thrice the other. If their sum is 124. find the numbers

Answer 1

Answer:

1st number = 31

2nd number = 93

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1 : Define x

Let the 1st number be x

Given, the 2nd number is thrice the 1st

So, let the 2nd number be 3x

Given, their sum is 124

Step 2 : Find the value of x

x + 3x = 124

=> 4x = 124

=> x = $\dfrac{124}{4}$

=> x = 31

Step 3 : Find the numbers

1st number => x

=> 31

2nd number => 3x

=> 3 * 31

=> 93