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14 August, 04:47

The difference between two numbers is 275. the smaller number is 236 what is the sum of both numbers

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  1. 14 August, 05:10
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    747

    Step-by-step explanation:

    let the 2 numbers be x and y with x > y, then

    x - y = 275 (the difference of the 2 numbers) and

    x - 236 = 275 (the smaller number y = 236)

    Add 236 to both sides

    x = 511

    Thus x = 511 and y = 236, thus

    x + y = 511 + 236 = 747
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