I can't figure this out: A number is 1/7 of another number.

[MeganHoran]

A number is 1/7 of another number. The difference of the numbers Is 18. Find the numbers.

I've tried this many ways and can't figure it out! Can you show me how to do it?
Thanks!

 

[stapel]

A number is 1/7 of another number. The difference of the numbers Is 18. Find the numbers.

I've tried this many ways....

Please reply showing at least one of the ways you've tried, so we can see what you're doing. Thank you!

 

[Tajar]

Its all about TRANSLATION

Hi,

Another helpful hint:

In this problem, translate the following words to create the two equations:

1. "number": variable
2. is : =
3. of: x
4. "difference of": -


Here, specifically for #1 the variables are "a number" and "another number".

Assign any variables you want! For example, assign:

For "a number": A
For "another number": B

I HOPE THIS HELPS! BEST, TAJAR