The Difference of Two Numbers Is 3

question 66

Essay

The difference of two numbers is 3. Their sum is 13. Find the numbers.

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Definitions:

Reversible

Describing a process or condition that can be returned to its original state or form without permanent damage.

Figure-Ground Effect

A visual perception principle that involves distinguishing a figure (object) from its background based on differences such as color, luminance, shape, or motion.

Figure-Ground Relationships

A principle in perception and visual communication that refers to the way humans visually separate objects (figures) from their surrounding background (ground) to understand what they see.

Poggendorf Illusion

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