Question

twice the greater of two integers odd integers is 13 less than 3 times the lesser number. find the integers. what are the integers to this riddle?

Answer 1

17 and 19

Explanation:

n= lesser integer n+2= greater integer

2(n+2) = 3n -13

2n +4 = 3n-13

n= 17

lesser number =17

The other greater number = 19 (they are odd,so skipping 18)

19 x 2 = 38

17x3 - 13 =51-13 = 38