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The sum of two consecutive whole numbers is 53. The smaller number is (a)25 (b)26 (c)29 (d)23 |
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Answer» (b) 26 Because, Let the two consecutive whole numbers be x and (x +1) = x + (x+1) = 53 = x + x + 1 = 53 = 2x + 1 = 53 = 2x = 53 – 1 = 2x = 52 = x = 52/2 = x = 26 |
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