Question

the sum of two consecutive numbers is 53. find the number ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let the 2 consecutive numbers be x and (x+1)

Given × + (×+1) = 53

2x +1=53

2x =53-1

2x =52

x =26

x+1 = 27

The 2 consecutive numbers are 26 and 27

Answer 2

let

1st number be x

2and number be x+1

(x+1) + (x) = 53

2x+1 =53

2x =53-1

x = 52 / 2

x = 26

now

1st number = x = 26

2nd number = x+1 = 27

CHECKING

X+X+1=53

26+27=53

SOLVED

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