In 4x+12=2w, what are the values of x and w when they are two consecutive even integers, and x is the lesser of the two?

Answer 1

Let x=x

And since w is a consecutive even integer we will make w= x+2

Now we substitute these values into the equation 4x+12=2w

So... 4x+12=2(x+2)

Now solve for x

2x=-8

x=-4

And then substitute x back into w=x+2

-4+2

W=-2

So x=-4 and w=-2

Answer 2

If x is the number and w is the next larger even integer then w = x + 2

4x + 12 = 2(x + 2)

Can you solve for x and answer?