Solve the problem.
-The sum of the squares of two numbers is 20. The sum of the two numbers is -6. Find the two numbers.
A) -4 and -2
B) -2 and 4; or -4 and 2
C) 2 and 4
D) -4 and -2; or 2 and 4

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The system of equations derived from the problem is $x^2 + y^2 = 20$ and $x + y = -6$. Solving this system, we find that the numbers satisfying both conditions are -4 and -2.

Solve the Problem. -The Sum of the Squares of Two Numbers Is 20