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A and B each have a certain number of mangoes. A says to B, “if you give 30 of your mangoes, I will have twice as many as left with you.” B replies, “if you give me 10, I will have thrice as many as left with you.” How many mangoes does each have?

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To solve the problem, we will define the number of mangoes A and B have as variables and set up equations based on the statements made by A and B. Let: - \( X \) = number of mangoes A has - \( Y \) = number of mangoes B has ### Step 1: Set up the first equation based on A's statement A says to B, “If you give 30 of your mangoes, I will have twice as many as left with you.” ...
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