Question

the sum of two numbers is 40 and the difference between them is 14 . find the Number

Answer 1

Solution :

Let x , ( 40 - x ) are two numbers .

Their Difference = 14 [ given ]

=> x - ( 40 - x ) = 14

=> x - 40 + x = 14

=> 2x = 14 + 40

=> 2x = 54

=> x = 54/2

=> x = 27

Therefore ,

Required two numbers are,

x = 27 ,

40 - x = 40 - 27 = 13

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Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Set up equations

A+B=40

A-B=14 Next, add the equations to cancel out B

2A=54 Solve

A=27 Next sub 27 for A in first equation

27+B=40 Solve

B=13

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