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The sum of two consecutive integers is −59. Find the integers.

Solution

The sum of two consecutive integers is −59. Find the integers.

Solution

The numbers : - 30, - 29

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 1

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 1 = - 59

Solve

x + x + 1 = - 59 : x = - 30

x + 1 = - 30 + 1 = - 29

The numbers : - 30, - 29

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