Question

The sun if two numbers is 38. The greater number is 8 more than the other number. Find each number. Use a system of linear equations to justify your answer.

Answer 1

your two numbers can be called n and n + 8, and together they add up to 38   So n + n + 8 = 38   which means n + n = 30   and since the n's are the same, you just cut the 30 in 2 equal pieces. 15 and 15.   So n = 15, n + 8 = 23   15 + 23 = 38   :-)   Hope this helps!