Question #1f709

2 Answers

39

Explanation:

If larger number is y and smaller number is x then

Given that,
y = (3x)/2

Also,
y - x = 13
Substitute y = (3x)/2
(3x)/2 - x = 13

x(3/2 - 1) = 13

x/2 = 13

x = 26

y= (3/2) * x = (3*26)/2 = 39

Oct 22, 2017

Larger Number =39

Explanation:

If larger number is y and smaller number is x then

Given that,
y = (3x)/2

Also,
y - x = 13
Substitute y = (3x)/2
(3x)/2 - x = 13

x(3/2 - 1) = 13

x/2 = 13

x = 26

So Larger Number y=26+13=39