Variables expression for 2x+a

The larger of two number is 4 less than twice the smaller number. the sum is 41. find the numbers

This is my question~~ ( r ^ 4 - 2r ^ 3 - 23 r ^ 2 - 4r - 32)÷(r+4) ~~ i must use long division to solve it : / i was wondering if anyone world like to solve it. and if so, share step-by-step explanations! you! ❤

The base of a triangle is 8 1 3 meters and the height of the triangle is the fourth root of 16 meters meters. what is the area of the triangle?