One Number Is Five More Than Twice Another

question 91

Multiple Choice

One number is five more than twice another. If their sum is decreased by ten, the result is ten. Find the numbers.

• A) 3, -7
• B) -3, 23
• C) 3, 7
• D) 5, 15
• E) -1, 13

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Definitions:

Natural Rate of Unemployment

Refers to the level of unemployment consistent with a stable rate of inflation, representing the proportion of the labor force that is unemployed due to factors like job mismatch or natural turnover rather than economic downturns.

Unemployment Rate

The percentage of the labor force that is jobless and seeking employment.

Labor Market

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Labor Underutilization

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