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The sum of two numbers is 25. two times the larger number is the same as 3 times the smaller. find the two numbers.

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21-10-2017

Start by creating equations with the information provided
1) x+y=25
2) 2x=3y
Multiply the 1st equation by 2 then substitute 2x for 3y
1) 2x+2y=50
3y+2y=50
5y=50
y=10
Substitute y for 10 in the original equation
1)x+y=25
x+10=25
x=15

Answer: 10 and 15

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