Question

The sum of two consecutive even numbers is 86. The larger of the two is

Answer 1

The larger number is 44.

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Answer 2

44

Step-by-step explanation:

The numbers are (x), (x+2).

x+x+2=86

2x+2=86

2x=86-2

2x=84

x=42

The greater number is (x+2) which is equal to 42+2 = 44