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Two numbers sum to 33 and differ by 15. What is the smaller number?

A
9
✓ Official correct answer
B
12
C
15
D
18

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A
9
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B
12
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C
15
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D
18
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Explanation

Smaller = (33 − 15)/2 = 9.

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