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The sum of an integer and four less than twice the next consecutive integer is 25. Find the integers

Solution

T h e s u m o f an in t e g er an d f o u r l ess t han tw i ce t h e n e x t co n sec u t i v e in t e g er i s 25. F in d t h e in t e g ers

Solution

The numbers : 9, 10

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 1

A.T.Q.:

x + 2 (x + 1) - 4 = 25

Solve

x + 2 (x + 1) - 4 = 25 : x = 9

x + 1 = 9 + 1 = 10

The numbers : 9, 10

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