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The sum of two consecutive odd numbers is 88 find the numbers​

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Answer:

43,45

Explanation:

43+45=88

User Eric Martinez
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Answer:

43 & 45

Explanation:

Let the numbers be x, x+2 (because they are consecutive i.e. coming one after another)

Condition:

x + x+2 = 88

2x = 88-2

2x = 86

Dividing both sides by 2

x = 43

Now, the numbers:

x = 43

x+2 = 45

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