Question

If the sum of two consecutive numbers is 15 and greater of them is x then the smaller number is ______. *

Answer 1

Answer:

7

Step-by-step explanation:

let the greater number be x

smaller number be x-1

x+x-1=15

2x-1=15

2x=16

x=8.

smaller number= 8-1 =7.

Answer 2

Answer:

7

option d

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