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− | Let <math>n</math> be the | + | Let <math>n</math> be the smaller term. Then <math>n+2=3n \Longrightarrow 2n = 2 \Longrightarrow n=1</math> |
− | *Thus, the answer is <math>( | + | *Thus, the answer is <math>1+(1+2)=4 \mathrm{(A)}</math> |
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Revision as of 14:59, 4 January 2012
Problem
The larger of two consecutive odd integers is three times the smaller. What is their sum?
Solution
Solution 1
Let be the smaller term. Then
- Thus, the answer is
Solution 2
- By trial and error, 1 and 3 work. 1+3=4.
See also
2007 AMC 12A (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | |
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