The pair of simultaneous linear equations for "The sum of two numbers is 27 and difference is 17" is as follows?
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- A. x + y = 27, x - y = 17
- B. None of these
- C. x - y = 27, x + y = 17
- D. x + y = 27, x - y = 27
Correct answer
x + y = 27, x - y = 17
Explanation
Explanation Let the numbers be x and y Sum: x + y = 27 Difference: x - y = 17 Last verified on 17-03-2026
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