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Linear Algebra 19 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

The sum of the digits of a two-digit number is 7. If the digits are reversed the number is increased by 27. What is the number?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

x + y = 7 10y + x = 10x + y + 27

OpenStudy (anonymous):

This is a system of 2 equations in 2 variables and can now be solved by either substitution or elimination.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you. I just did not know how to set it up. It makes sense now.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Your end-result number will look like "x""y". You're welcome!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

So I am getting y=5 and x=2. Therefore the numbers are 25 and 52

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Good work! You got it right!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you!!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

You're welcome!

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