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  • 11-04-2017
  • Mathematics
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The sum of two consecutive even numbers is 38. Find the numbers

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Sxerks Sxerks
  • 11-04-2017
Let the numbers be x, and x + 2, since they are consecutive EVEN numbers.

x + x + 2 = 38
2x + 2 = 38
2x = 36
x = 18
Then, x + 2 = 20

So, your two numbers are 18 and 20.

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