SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 51

SSC CGL - 19 July 2023 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q51

The sum of the two numbers is 98. The difference between the two numbers is 28. Find one of the two numbers.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 35.

Given that

The sum of the two numbers is 98

The difference between the two numbers is 28

Let the two numbers be X and Y (X>Y)

According to the question

⇒ X + Y = 98 ....(1

⇒ X - Y = 28 ...(2

Equation 1 + Equation 2

⇒ 2X = 126

⇒ X = 63

Form Equation 1

⇒ Y = 98 - 63 = 35