Question

The sum of two consecutive integers is - 163. Find the two integers.

Answer 1

Answer: -100 and -63

Step-by-step explanation: Don't overthink it by trying to divide it.

Answer 2

-81, - 82

Explanation:

Let the two consecutive integers be x and (x + 1)

According to the given information:

x + (x + 1) = - 163

2x + 1 = - 163

2x =-163 - 1

2x = - 164

x = - 164/2

x = - 82

x + 1 = - 82 + 1 = - 81

Thus, the two consecutive integers are - 81, - 82