Answer:
x = 11
y = 43
Step-by-step explanation:
x = small number
y = large number
Set up a system of equations:
y = 10 + 3x
x + y = 54
Solve system by substitution: x + 10 + 3x = 54
4x + 10 = 54
4x = 44
x = 11
x + y = 54
11 + y = 54
y = 54 - 11
y = 43
