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27 September, 04:23

the larger of two numbers is two more than five times the smaller number. if the sum of the two numbers is 80, find both numbers

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  1. 27 September, 05:47
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    x = 41/3

    y = 199/3

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Solve using system of equations

    x is smaller number, y is larger

    eq1> y + 2 = 5x > y = 5x - 2

    eq2> 80 = x + y > y = 80 - x

    equate

    80 - x = 5x - 2

    Solving:

    x = 41/3

    y = 199/3
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