SOLUTION: the sum of two consecutive even integers is 118. define a variable the smaller integer.

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Question 365596: the sum of two consecutive even integers is 118. define a variable the smaller integer.
Found 2 solutions by ewatrrr, Alan3354:
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi, 

Let x represent the smaller integer, 

then (x+2) would be the larger of these consecutive even integers

x + (x + 2) = 118

2x + 2 = 118

2x = 120

x = 60, the smaller of these consecutive even integers

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
n = smaller integer
118/2 = 59, the center
--> 58 & 60
n = 58
It's not a thesis.