The sum of two consecutive mile markers on the interstate is 331. Find the numbers on the markers

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Christopher Lindblom · Answer 1 · 2022-01-27T13:16:23+0000

Answer:

165 and 166

Explanation:

Let two consecutive mile markers be x and x+1.

According to the question,

x+x+1=331

2x = 331-1

2x = 330

x = 165

So, the number be 165 and 166.