Question

A second number is four times the first. Their sum is 50. Fine the numbers.( show work )

Answer 1

Let the number(second) be "P"

The first number= 4×P = 4P

4P + P = 50

5P = 50

P = 50

5

P = 10(second number)

First number = 4×10 = 40

Therefore the numbers are 40 and 10