Question

One number is two less than seven times another number. If the sum of the numbers is 22, find the numbers.

Answer 1

1) 3

2) 19

3 + 19 = 22

Explanation:

1) x

2) 7x - 2

x + 7x - 2 = 22

8x = 22 + 2

x = 24/8

x = 3