One half of a two digit number exceeds its one third by 6. Find the sum of the digits of the number?

One half of a two digit number exceeds its one third by 6. Find the sum of the digits of the number?

Ques:- One half of a two digit number exceeds its one third by 6. Find the sum of the digits of the number?
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  1. Let the number be 10Y+X
    (10Y+X)/2 = (10X+Y)/3+6
    (10Y+X)(1/2-1/3) = 6
    10Y+X = 36
    Therefore, sum of the digits = 3+6 = 9

    Ans: 9

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