Question

The sum of two integers is 47. If one of them is (-24). Find the answer.

Answer 1

•Let one integer be x.

•Sum of two integers =47.

•x+(-24)=47.

•x=47+24.

•x=71.

•So, the integer is 71.


•Verify :

•71-24=47.

•47=47.

•Here LHS =RHS.

•Hence verified.

•Hope it helps u!!!

Answer 2

Let the other number be n

Sum of two integers =47.

n+(-24)=47.

n=47+24.n=71.