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The sum of two consecutive even integers is −114. Find the two integers.

Solution

The sum of two consecutive even integers is −114. Find the two integers.

Solution

The numbers : - 58, - 56

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 2

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 2 = - 114

Solve

x + x + 2 = - 114 : x = - 58

x + 2 = - 58 + 2 = - 56

The numbers : - 58, - 56

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