Question

find the equation ( the sum of two consecutive even numbers is 74. find the number​

Answer 1

Answer:

let the number be x and x+2.

x+x+2=74

2x=74

x=74/2

x=37

First number=37

second number=39

Answer 2

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The two consecutive even numbers are 36 and 38.

${\mathfrak{\red{\underline{\underline{Explanation:-}}}}}$

Let the two consecutive even numbers are 2x and 2x + 2.

According to question,

2x + 2x + 2 = 74

⇒ 4x = 72

⇒ x = 72/4 = 18

So, the two consecutive even numbers are 36 and 38.