Answer:
x = 12
Step-by-step explanation:
X = larger number, y = smaller number
x = y + 12
x + y = 74
y + 12 + y = 74
2y + 12 = 74
2y = 74 - 12
2y = 62
y = 62/2
y = 31
x = y + 12
x = 31 + 12
x = 43
so ur 2 numbers are : 43 and 31
Matt is 24 and John is 18. 24 - 18 is 6. And 24 + 18 would equal 42.