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The sum of two consecutive
whole numbers is 57. Write and
solve an equation to find the
numbers


Sagot :

Answer:

28 , 29

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the two consecutive numbers be x and x + 1

x + x + 1 = 57

Combine like terms

2x + 1 = 57

Subtract 1 from both sides

2x = 57- 1

2x = 56

Divide both sides by 2

x = 56/2

x = 28

x + 1 = 28 + 1 = 29