Question

The sum of two numbers is 36. Twice the fist number minus the second is 6. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

The sum of two numbers
6x6=36
Twice first number
6x2=12
Minus the second
12-6=6
ANSWER
First number=6 Second number=6

Answer 2

Answer:

14, 22

Step-by-step explanation:

Since there are two different variables, setting up a system of equations and using the elimination method will eliminate one variable and allow you to solve.  

First equation:  'the sum of two numbers is 36'

x + y = 36

Second equation:  'twice the first number minus the second is 6'

2x - y = 6

Elimination (add equations):

 x + y = 36

+ 2x - y = 6

  3x = 42

    x = 14

Solve for 'y':  

14 + y = 36

y = 22