Solve the problem.
-One number is 2 less than a second number. Twice the second number is 40 more than 5 times the first. Find the two numbers.
A) -11 and -9
B) 10 and 12
C) -12 and -10
D) -13 and -11

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Let the first number be x and the second number be y. The problem gives us two equations: 1) y = x + 2, and 2) 2y = 5x + 40. Substituting the first equation into the second gives 2(x + 2) = 5x + 40, which simplifies to x = -12 and y = -10.

Solve the Problem. -One Number Is 2 Less Than a Second Number. Twice