Question

One number is 4 more than twice the other number. Their sum is 40. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

Answer: 12

Step-by-step explanation:

Lets take x as one number and y as another

x + y = 40

2y + 4 = x

Lets replace x with the equation above

2y + 4 + y = 40

3y + 4 = 40

3y = 40 - 4

3y = 36

y = 36/3

y = 12