Chapter 1 Linear Equations in Two Variables Set 1.5
Question 1.Two numbers differ by 3. The sum of twice the smaller number and thrice the greater number is 19. Find the numbers.Solution:Let the greater number be x and the smaller number be y.According to the first condition, x – y = 3 …(i)According to the second condition,3x + 2y = 19 …(ii)Multiplying equation (i) … Read more