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The sum of two consecutive numbers is 91. Find the numbers​

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Answer:

45 and 46

Explanation:

let x = the smaller number

thus, x + 1 is the next consecutive number

x + x + 1 = 91

2x + 1 = 91

2x = 90

x = 45

x + 1 = 46

User Jordan Lewallen
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Answer:

1 + x = 1 + 45 = 46, so the 2 consecutive numbers are 45 and 46, when added, gives the sum of 91..

HOPE IT HELPS

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