the difference between two number is 18 if their sum 86 what are the number
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Let the numbers be x and y
∴ x-y = 18 and x+y = 86
Adding two equations, we get 2x = 104.
∴ x = 52 and y = 34.
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Let the two number be 'x' and 'y'
Given That,
x + y = 86 ........ ( 1 )
And
x - y = 18 ......... ( 2 )
By Using Elimination Method In Linear Equations in Two Variables , We can find the value of X and Y
x + y = 86
x - y = 18
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2x = 104
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Therefore , x = 104 / 2 = 52
Substituting the value of 'x' in Equation (1)
52 + y = 86
y = 86 - 52 = 34
Hence, the two numbers are 52 and 34
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