SOLUTION: The sum of 2 consecutive even numbers is greater than or equal to 158. What are the minimum values of the two numbers?

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Question 1173535: The sum of 2 consecutive even numbers is greater than or equal to 158. What are the
minimum values of the two numbers?
Answer by ikleyn(52797) About Me  (Show Source):
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    n + (n+2) >= 158


    2n        >= 158 - 2 = 156


     n        >= 156/2 = 78.


The minimum value of the two numbers is 78.    ANSWER

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