The sum of two numbers is twice their difference. If the difference of the numbers is P, find the larger of the two numbers
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Let the numbers be x and y
x+y = 2p.....(i)
x-y = p......(ii)
2x = 3p
x = 3p/2
Let the numbers be x and y
x+y = 2p.....(i)
x-y = p......(ii)
2x = 3p
x = 3p/2