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If the sum of two consecutive odd integers is 72, find the integers.

Solution

If the sum of two consecutive odd integers is 72, find the integers.

Solution

The numbers : 35, 37

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 2

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 2 = 72

Solve

x + x + 2 = 72 : x = 35

x + 2 = 35 + 2 = 37

The numbers : 35, 37

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