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3. Two consecutive odd integers can be modeled by n and n + 2, where n is an

odd integer. The sum of two consecutive odd integers is 80. What are the
integers?

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Explanation:

Given :-

  • Two consecutive odd integers can be modeled by n and n + 2, where n is an
  • odd integer. The sum of two consecutive odd integers is 80.

=> n + n +2 = 80

=> 2n + 2 = 80

=> 2n = 78

=> n = 78 ÷ 2

=> n = 39

  • numbers = 39 &41
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