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The sum of two consecutive even integers is −146. Find the two integers.

Solution

The sum of two consecutive even integers is −146. Find the two integers.

Solution

The numbers : - 74, - 72

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 2

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 2 = - 146

Solve

x + x + 2 = - 146 : x = - 74

x + 2 = - 74 + 2 = - 72

The numbers : - 74, - 72

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