Question

The sum of two numbers is 32 and one of them exceeds the other by 18. Find the greater number.

• A. 24
• B. 28
• C. 27
• D. 25

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 25

$x+(x+18)=32$

$2x=32-18$

$2x=14$

$x=7$

greater number is $7+18=25$

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