Question

The sum of two numbers is 60; 3 times the smaller number is 12 more than the
other. Find the numbers​

Answer 1

Let the smaller number be x.

So, other number will be 60 -x.

Let's assume x is smaller.

According to given data,

3x = (60 - x) + 12

3x = 72 - x

4x = 72

x = 18

So, one number is 18 and

other number is 60 - x = 60 - 18 = 42.

So, numbers are 18 and 42.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

3x + 12+(60 -x) =60

2x + 72 =60

2x = 72-60

2x=12

x =12/2

x=6

2 no = 60-6=54