The larger of two number is seven less than twice the smaller number. If the sum of the
numbers is 137. What are the numbers?

Relax

Respuesta :

I will use the variables x and y. Firstly, the larger number (x) is seven less than twice the smaller number (y).

2(y) - 7 = x

If we add both numbers, we get 137.

x + y = 137

Once we solve this we get, x = 89 and y = 48. The two numbers are 89 and 48.