The sum of two numbers is 52. The greater number is 4 more than the smaller number. Which equation can be used to solve for the

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smaller number ?
×-(×+4)=52
×+(×+4)=52
×(×+4)=52
×(×-4)=52

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MA_775_DIABLO [31] · Answer 1 · 2023-03-03T18:14:47+03:00

Answer:Let's assume x be the smaller number.

Given that, The greater number is 4 more than the smaller number.

So, greater number= x+4.

It's also given that, The sum of two numbers is 52. Which means sum of x and x+4 must be equa to 52. Hence,

x + (x + 4) = 52

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