Question

The sum of an integer and 4 times the next consecutive integer is 39. Find the value

of the greater integer.
Answer Attempt 1 out of 2
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Answer 1

x + 4(x + 1) = 39

x + 4x + 4 = 39

5x = 35

x = 7, so 4(x + 1) = 4(7 + 1) = 4(8) = 32.

The numbers are 7 and 32.