The sum of two consecutive even integers is −34. Find the two integers

Answer 1

Let "n" be any integer. To ensure it is an even integer, multiply it by 2 and we have 2n. So the next even integer is 2n + 2. Since we are told that their sum is -34, we can say:

2n + (2n + 2) = -34

4n + 2 = -34

4n = -36

n = -9

But remember, our even integer was 2n so it is -18. And then the next even integer is -16

Answer 2

Hello Kerry

lets say small # is x; bigger # is x+2 then(because they are consecutive even #)

x +x +2 = -34

2x +2 = -34

2x = -36

x =-18, x+2 =-16