205 i think is the answer
Let the two numbers be x and y.
The sum is 45, therefore
x + y = 45 (1)
The difference is 5, therefore
x - y = 5 (2)
Add equations (1) and (2).
x + y + (x - y) = 45 + 5
2x = 50
x = 25
From (1), obtain
25 + y = 45
y = 45 - 25 = 20
Answer: 20 and 25
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