Question

The sum of two consecutive odd
numbers is 64. Name the numbers.​

Answer 1

Answer:

31 and 33

Explanation:

Odd numbers are apart by 2: 1, 3, 5, 7, for example.

1. x + (x+2) = 64

2. 2x + 2 = 64

3. x = 31

4. 31 + (31 + 2) = 64