Question

The larger of the two numbers is two more than five times the smaller number. If the sum of the two numbers is 80, find both numbers. Explain thinking

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 41/3

y = 199/3

Step-by-step explanation:

Solve using system of equations

x is smaller number, y is larger

eq1> y + 2 = 5x > y = 5x - 2

eq2> 80 = x + y > y = 80 - x

equate

80 - x = 5x - 2

Solving:

x = 41/3

y = 199/3