Niraj P. answered 01/14/20
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24 + 15 = 39
24 x 15 = 360
To Solve:
A + B = 39
A * B = 360
A + B = 39 >>> A = 39 - B
Substitute the A in (A * B = 360) >>>> (39 - B) * B = 360
(39 - B) * B = 360 >>> 39B - B^2 - 360 = 0
Solve for B
When you have B, use the first equation to solve for A.