Question

when two pieces of rope are laid end to end they measure 40 meters. one is 10 meters longer than the other. how long is each piece of rope.

Answer 1

40-10=30

30/2 = 15

One of them is 15 meters and the other is 25 meters.

Answer 2

40-10=30

30/2 = 15

one is 15 meters

the other is 25 meters