Question

The sum of two consecutive odd numbers is twelve squared. What is the product of the two numbers​

Answer 1

Explanation:

let the numbers be 2x+1,2x+3

2x+1+2x+3=12²

4x+4=144

4x=144-4=140

x=35

so numbers are 2×35+1=71

and 2×35+3=73

so numbers are 71,73

product=71×73=5183