Question

If the difference of 2 consecutive odd numbers is 3x-7 then find the numbers

Answer 1

The two consecutive odd numbers are "3 and 5".

Step-by-step explanation:

Let x, (x + 2) be the two consecutive odd numbers.

According to question,

(x + 2) - x = 3x - 7

⇒ 2 = 3x - 7

⇒ 3x = 9

⇒ x = 3

∴ x + 2 = 3 + 2 = 5

Hence, the two consecutive odd numbers are "3 and 5".