The sum of 4 consecutive odd numbers is 40.what is the second number in the sequence
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-88 = 2 + 2(5m - 5)
Distribute 2 inside the parentheses.
-88 = 2 + 10m - 10
Combine like terms on the right side.
-88 = -8 + 10m
Add 8 to both sides.
-80 = 10m
Divide both sides by 10.