Sharon M.

asked • 09/09/17

The second of 2 numbers is 3 less than the first, the sum is 36

the sum is 36

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Andy C. answered • 09/09/17

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X + X-3 = 36
 
2x - 3 = 36
 
2x = 39
 
x = 19.5
 
19.5 + 16.5 = 36
 
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Andy C.

All hunkered down Arturo?
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09/09/17

Arturo O.

Yes!  How about you, Andy?  It looks like the track has moved further west, and they expect a category 3 at Tampa Bay.
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Andy C.

Frankly, I'm sick of hearing about it. We're hunkered and patiently waiting.
 
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