Question

the sum of two numbers is 24, their quotient is 3. what are the two numbers ?

Answer 1

Answer:

6 and 18

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numbers be x and 24-x

24-x/x = 3

24-x = 3x

x= 6

24-x= 18

Answer 2

Answer:

let numbers be x and y

y=3x

x+y=24

4x=24

x=6

y=18

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