The sum of two numbers is twice their difference. If the difference of the numbers is P, find the larger of the two numbers
- p/2
-
3p/2
- 5p/2
- 3p
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
Let the numbers be x and yx+y = 2p.....(i)
x-y = p......(ii)
2x = 3p
x = 3p/2