# Swap the values of x and y using only arithmetic (addition and subtraction) with no temporary variab

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Domain: Python · Difficulty: medium

## Problem

Swap the values of x and y using only arithmetic (addition and subtraction) with no temporary variable. After the swap, print x and y separated by a space.

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