yeahitsemma79 yeahitsemma79
  • 01-10-2021
  • Mathematics
contestada

The larger of two numbers is seven less than three times the smaller number. If the sum is 61, find the numbers.

Respuesta :

maw1992
maw1992 maw1992
  • 04-10-2021

Answer:

17 and 44

Step-by-step explanation:

Let S = smaller number, then L = the larger = 3S - 7

 

The sum = 3S - 7 + S = 4S - 7 = 61

4S = 68

S = 17 and L = 44

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Explain the applications of a spm ma je v​
(3, 5), (−3, r), m=34
Someone please help me
ግብረና ምን ማለት ነው በእናታችሁ መልሱለእኝ
Ned’s frog jumped 38/100 meter. Then his frog jumped 4/10 meter. How far did Ned’s frog jump
In which two ways did the Minoans influence later civilizations?
Help please. I have the answer but I don't understand how to get there!
A typical policyholder who has both a personal umbrella policy and underlying auto and homeowners policies
Come up with a list of at least 5 ways that you use electricity in your day-to-day life. Try to look a bit deeper than just turning on the lights and really thi
Find the saving plan balance after 15 months with an APR of 3% monthly payments of 150 the balances