OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §3.1 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 35 · Algebra · Algebra word problems
Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 35
Solve each number word problem.
One number is five more than another. If their sum is increased by nine, the result is 60. Find the numbers.
OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §3.1 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 35
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