SOLUTION: Four times the smaller of two consecutive odd integers is the same as 73 less than 5 times the larger. Find the integers.
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Question 836033: Four times the smaller of two consecutive odd integers is the same as 73 less than 5 times the larger. Find the integers. Answer by JulietG(1812) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Here's what the problem tells us:
The numbers are A B
B = A + 2 (consecutive odd)
4B = 5A - 73
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Substitute the value of B into the second equation
4(A+2) = 5A - 73
Distribute
4A + 8 = 5A -73
Subtract 4A from each side
8 = A - 73
Add 73 to each side
81 = A
