Question

Andrea writes a down a number , k. I write down a number that is 4 less than 5 times Andrea's number. If the sum of our numbers is 14, find the two numbers.

Answer 1

Givens

Andrea: K

Me: 5k - 4

Sum

k + 5k - 4 = 14

Solve

6k - 4 = 14 Add 4 to both side.

6k - 4 + 4 = 14 + 4

6K = 18 Divide by 6

k = 18/6

k = 3