Respuesta :
Make two equations
x + y = 59
Let’s pretend x = smaller number
x - 19 = y
Now use substitution
x + (x - 19) = 59
2x - 19 = 59
2x = 78, x = 39
Since they add up to 59
59 - 39 = 20 (the other number)
Solution: 20 and 39
x + y = 59
Let’s pretend x = smaller number
x - 19 = y
Now use substitution
x + (x - 19) = 59
2x - 19 = 59
2x = 78, x = 39
Since they add up to 59
59 - 39 = 20 (the other number)
Solution: 20 and 39
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
x + y = 59
y = x - 19
x + (x - 19) = 59
2x - 19 = 59
2x = 78
x = 39
y = 39 - 19
y = 20