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The difference of squares of two numbers is 88. If the larger number is 5 less than twice the smaller number, then find the two numbers.

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To solve the problem step by step, we will define the two numbers and set up equations based on the information given in the question. ### Step 1: Define the Variables Let: - \( y \) = smaller number - \( x \) = larger number ### Step 2: Set Up the Equations ...
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