Let S = smaller number, then L = the larger = 3S - 7
The sum = 3S - 7 + S = 4S - 7 = 61
4S = 68
S = 17 and L = 44
Lindsey F.
asked • 09/24/18The larger of two numbers is seven less than three times the smaller number. If the sum of the numbers is 61, find the numbers.
The lager of two numbers is seven less than three times the smaller number. If the sum of the numbers is 61, find the numbers.
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