If n is the least of two consecutive odd integers, which of the following represents the sum of the two integers?

A. n + 1

B. n + 2

C. 2n + 1

D. 2n + 2

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Mathematics

Lincoln Thomas

3 July, 23:56

If n is the least of two consecutive odd integers, which of the following represents the sum of the two integers?

A. n + 1

B. n + 2

C. 2n + 1

D. 2n + 2

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Gregory Wilson · Answer 1

Let the first odd integer = n

∴ The second consecutive odd integer = n+2

∴ The sum of the two integers = (n) + (n+2)

= 2n + 2

The correct choice is option (D)

D) 2n + 2

If n is the least of two consecutive odd integers, which of the following represents the sum of the two integers?A. n + 1B. n + 2C. 2n + 1D. 2n + 2

If n is the least of two consecutive odd integers, which of the following represents the sum of the two integers?

A. n + 1

B. n + 2

C. 2n + 1

D. 2n + 2