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Question

If the product is 272 then smaller number X larger number=272

Plug in the expressions involving x in for the smaller number and larger number. Next Distribute the x on the left side of the equation, and subtract 272 from both sides. Then either factor the left side and use the zero product rule or use the Quadratic Formula.

Answer 1

OK,

x(x + 1) = 272

x² + x - 272 = 0

(x + 17)(x - 16) = 0

x = -17, x + 1 = -16

or

x = 16, x + 1 = 17