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2 consecutive integers have a sum of 173. Find the numbers.

Solution

2 consecutive integers have a sum of 173. Find the numbers.

Solution

The numbers : 86, 87

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number : x + 1

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 1 = 173

Solve

x + x + 1 = 173 : x = 86

x + 1 = 86 + 1 = 87

The numbers : 86, 87

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