SOLUTION: The lesser of two consecutive even integers is 10 more than one-half the greater. Find the integers.

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Question 27535: The lesser of two consecutive even integers is 10 more than one-half the greater. Find the integers.

Answer by Paul(988) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let the 2 consecutive even integers be x, and x+2

Equation:
x=10+(x+2)/2
Multiplyy the whole equation by 2
2x=20+x+2
x=22

22+2=24

Hence, the two consecutive integers are 22 and 24.
Paul.