How do I figure out the following: If xy=546 and x+y=26, then what are x and y?

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The easiest way is to graph both equations and locate the point(s) of intersection. In this case, there are no points of intersection. Therefore, this has no solution.

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How do I figure out the following: If xy=546 and x+y=26, then what are x and y?

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