Question

The sum of two consecutive

whole numbers is 57. Write and
solve an equation to find the
numbers

Answer 1

28 , 29

Explanation:

Let the two consecutive numbers be x and x + 1

x + x + 1 = 57

Combine like terms

2x + 1 = 57

Subtract 1 from both sides

2x = 57- 1

2x = 56

Divide both sides by 2

x = 56/2

x = 28

x + 1 = 28 + 1 = 29