Question 979003


Let &nbsp;<B>x</B>&nbsp; be the unknown odd number.

Then the next even number is &nbsp;x+1, &nbsp;and we have the equality 


4x = 3(x+1) - 14,


according to the condition. &nbsp;Solve this equation:


4x = 3x + 3 - 14,

x = -11.


<B>Answer</B>. &nbsp;x = -11.