Respuesta :

The numbers are 24 and 72

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Step 1: Let the small number be x. Then the larger number = 3x. Difference = 48

⇒ 3x - x = 48

⇒ 2x = 48

⇒ x = 24

⇒ 3x = 3 × 24 = 72