Question

The sum of two numbers is 80. If the difference between the same two numbers is 8, find the two numbers.

Answer 1

Numbers are 44 and 36 they have a difference of 8 and combine to make 80

Answer 2

The numbers are 44 and 36

Explanation:

n + n - 8 = 80

2n - 8 = 80

2n (- 8 + 8) = 80 + 8

2n = 88

2n/2 = 88/2

n = 44

44 - 8 = 36