Question

sum of two number is 72. If one exceeds the other by 12, find the number. I want step by step explanation​

Answer 1

Let , the smaller number be x

and , the other number be x + 12

x+12+x = 72

=>2x + 12 = 72

=> 2x = 72-12

$=> x = \frac{60}{2}$

=> x = 30

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Answer 2

Answer:

30

Step-by-step explanation:

let the no. be X.

so,a/q,

x+x+12 = 72

2x+12 = 72

2x = 72-12

2x = 60

x = 60/2

x = 30