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9 November, 02:14

The difference of two numbers is 48. The larger number is three times the smaller number. Find the numbers.

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  1. 9 November, 03:28
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    The numbers are 24 and 72

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Step 1: Let the small number be x. Then the larger number = 3x. Difference = 48

    ⇒ 3x - x = 48

    ⇒ 2x = 48

    ⇒ x = 24

    ⇒ 3x = 3 * 24 = 72
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