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The sum of two consecutive odd numbers is 72. Find the numbers

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Margaret [11]3 years ago

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(2n - 1) and (2n + 1) So, 2n -1 + 2n + 1 = 72. 4n = 72.

n = 18. So, The odd numbers are.

(2n - 1) = ((2 x 18) - 1) = 35. and,

(2n + 1) = ((2 x 18) + 1) = 37.

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