Question

The sum of two numbers is 48. One numner is 3 times the other. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

12 & 36

Explanation:

According to the statement:

`x+y=48`

`x=3y`

Replace x= 3y:

`3y+y=48`

`4y=48`

`y=48/4=12`

Then:

`x=3y=3(12)=36`

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Answer 2

16 and 3?

Explanation:

48÷3=16

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