Question

The sum of the squares of two positive integers is 185. If one integer is 3 less than the other, Find the larger integer.

Answer 1

if we let highest number be x then other number is x - 3
so we have

x^2 + (x -3)^2 = 185

solve this for x.

Answer 2

@welshfella, would it be 11?

Answer 3

yes

Answer 4

Ok thanks!!!

Answer 5

Do you mind helping me set up another problem?

Answer 6

the eqtion simplifies to
x^2 - 3x - 88 = 0
(x - 11)(x - 8) = 0

Answer 7

I have 10 minites before i go

Answer 8

I just need help setting it up.

Answer 9

ok

Answer 10

that last should have been
(x - 11)(x + 8) = 0

Answer 11

I tagged you in the new one so i could give another medal