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There are two consecutive even integers. The square of the larger one is three hundred eight more than the smaller one. Which of the following equations could you use to find the smaller integer?
A. (x + 2)2 - 308 = x
B. (x + 2)2 + 308 = x
C. (x + 1)2 + 308 = x
D. (x + 1)2 = x - 308
E. (x + 1)2 - 308 = x
F. (x + 2)2= x - 308

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Answer:

A.( The option a is correct

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