Question 386642
the greater of two consecutive odd integers is 7 greater than twice the lesser. Find the integers
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Let the two integers be   X and (X+2)
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Given:  greater odd=7+2lesser

         X+2=7+2X
         2-7=2X-X
         -5=X
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answer:

Lesser:  X=-5
Greater:  X+2=-5+2=-3
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verify 
-3=7+2*(-5)