Question

the sum of two positive consective numbers is 10 then the smallest one is​

Answer 1

Answer:

let the numbers be x and x+1.

Step-by-step explanation:

x+ x+1 =10

2x = 9

x = 4.5

the smallest number is 4.5

hope it helps you.

Answer 2

Answer:

x+x+1=10

2x +1=10

2x=10-1

2x=9

x= 9/2

x= 4.5

so, 4.5 is the smallest one