Q.

The sum of two numbers is 35 and one number exceeds another by 7. Find the numbers.

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a

not possible

b

14, 21

c

12, 23

d

20, 15

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Let the smaller number be x and the greater number be x+7

x + x + 7 = 35

2x + 7 =35

2x = 35 - 7

2x = 28

x = 14

Numbers are 14, 21

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The sum of two numbers is 35 and one number exceeds another by 7. Find the numbers.