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The sum of two consecutive odd number is 72.

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Which equation represents the scenario above.

Responses

A 2x + 3 = 72

B 2x + 2 = 72

C 2x + 1 = 72

D 2x = 70

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Answer:

B

Explanation:

let the 2 consecutive odd numbers be x and x + 2 , then the sum is

x + x + 2 = 72 , that is

2x + 2 = 72 → B

subtract 2 from both sides

2x = 70 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = 35

x + 2 = 35 + 2 = 37

the 2 consecutive odd numbers are 35 and 37

User Gtovar
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Answer: B

Explanation:

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