Question

the sum of two consecutive number is 113 . find the number​

Answer 1

Answer:

56 and 57

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numbers be x and (x+1) respectively.

56 and 57

Now, sum of numbers = 113.  (Given)

∴ x + (x+1) = 113

2x + 1 = 113

2x = 113 - 1

2x = 112

x = 112/2

⇒ 56

∴ The numbers are 56 and 57

Answer 2

Answer:

56 and 57 are the numbers

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x

Let the other number be x+1

x + (x + 1) = 113

2x + 1 = 113

2x = 112

x = 56

now substitute the value of x in second equation.

=x + 1 =

=56 + 1 = 57