Solve the problem.
-One number is 3 less than a second number. Twice the second number is 2 less than 4 times the first. Find the two numbers.
A) 4 and 7
B) 5 and 8
C) -7 and -4
D) 3 and 6

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Let the first number be x and the second number be y. The equations based on the given conditions are: x = y - 3 and 2y = 4x - 2. Solving these equations simultaneously gives x = 4 and y = 7.

Solve the Problem. -One Number Is 3 Less Than a Second Number. Twice