SOLUTION: One integer is 5 less than 2 times another. Their product is 42. Find the integers.

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Question 1128418: One integer is 5 less than 2 times another. Their product is 42. Find the integers.
Found 2 solutions by josgarithmetic, Alan3354:
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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Integers n and 2n-5.


n%282n-5%29=42

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Try factors of 42
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You find 6&7 without a lot of work.