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  • 20-01-2022
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One number is 5 less than another number. The larger number is twice the smaller number. What is the larger number ?

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  • 23-01-2022

Answer: 10

Step-by-step explanation:

Large num: x+5

Small num: x

x*2 = x+5

2x-x = 5

x = 5

Double check:

2*5 = 10                      Large num: 10

10/2= 5                       Small num: 5

5+5=10

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