The sum of the digits of a two digit number is 7. If the digits are reversed, the new number decreased by 2, equals twice the original number. Find the number.

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2023-01-22

The sum of the digits of a two digit number is 7. If the digits are reversed, the new number decreased by 2, equals twice the original number. Find the number.

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Beginner2023-01-23Added 6 answers

Let the digit at unit’s place be x and the digit at ten’s place be y.
Required no. = 10y + x
If the digit’s are reversed
Reversed no. = 10x + y
In response to the question,
x + y = 7...(1)
and, 10x + y - 2 = 2(10y + x).
8x - 19y = 2...(2)
Multiplying equation no. (1) by 19.
19x+19y=133...(3)
Thus, adding equation (2) and (3)
19x+19y=133...(3)
8x-19y=2
27x=135
x = 5
From (1)
5 +y = 7
y = 2
Required number is
10(2) + 5 = 25.

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