Question

The sum of two consecutive odd numbers is 72 what are the numbers

Answer 1

Answer: 1st # n=35

2nd # n+2=37

Explanation:

n= 1st #

n+2= 2nd #

n+n+2=72

2n+2=72 ( combine like terms)

2n+2-2=72-2

2n=70

2n/2=72/2

n=35

Answer 2

Explanation:

x + x + 2 = 72

2x = 70

x = 35

35 + 2 = 37