floopyfish floopyfish
  • 02-12-2019
  • Mathematics
contestada

The sum of two numbers is −102. One number is 62 less than the other. Find the numbers.

Respuesta :

evadroguet33 evadroguet33
  • 02-12-2019

Answer:

X + Y = -102

LET Y = SMALLER NUMBER THEN Y = X - 62

X + (X - 62 ) = - 102

2X - 62 = - 102

2X - 40

X = 20

20 + Y = - 102

Y  = - 102 - 20

Y  = - 122

X = 20, Y = - 122

CHECK;

DOES X + Y = - 102

And Y is 62 less than X

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Really need help with this asap
evaluate the expression a divided by b for a=24 and b=3
What is m∠A ? Please see attachment (The Triangle Sum Theorem)
Which is an example of a complex sentence? A) Patrick has a tendency to get into trouble at school for talking too much. B) Because he likes pizza, Mark keeps t
Describe the difference between divergent and convergent thinking, and explain which one is involved in creativity.
In _____________, the court expanded the practitioner's duty to warn those in danger to include the circumstance in which a family member communicates to a ment
what is the tone of "Fitting Your Bike Helmet"
A principal of $2000 is invested at 5.25% interest, compounded annually. how much will the investment be worth after 11 years? use the calculator provided and r
the average velocity of a bus is 15 m/s. If it starts off going 15m north and then 20m south, how long will the bus ride take?
When the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood is low, the kidneys release _____ which will cause an increase in red blood cell production?