Question

The sum of two numbers is 57. if one of the numbers is (y+5) find the other number​

Answer 1

31

Explanation:

x+y = 57

x = y+5

=>

y + 5 + y = 57

=> 2×y + 5 = 57

=> 2×y = 52

=> y = 26

=> x = 26 + 5 = 31