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3 March, 06:14

The larger of 2 numbers is 12 more than the smaller. the sum 84. find the numbers

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  1. 3 March, 06:25
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    Let the smaller number be x.

    Larger number = 12 + x

    Sum = 84

    x + 12 + x = 84

    2x + 12 = 84

    2x = 72

    x = 36

    Hence, the numbers are 36 and 48.
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