SOLUTION: The sum of two consecutive odd integers is -40. Find the integers. Help me tnks.

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Question 465247: The sum of two consecutive odd integers is -40. Find the integers.
Help me tnks.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

Let x amd (x+2)represent the two consecutive odd integers

Question states*** 

 x +(x+2) = -40

Solving for x

      2x = -42

       x = -21 , the two consecutive odd integers are -19,-21

CHECKING our Answer***

-19 + -21 = -40