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The sum of two consecutive odd integers equals 12. What are they?

Respuesta :

Numbers are 5 and 7

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Step 1: Let the two consecutive odd integers be x and x + 2. Their sum = 12

x + x + 2 = 12

2x + 2 = 12

2x = 10

x = 5

and x + 2 = 7