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The sum of two consecutive even integers is 130. Find the two integers.

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the two consecutive even integers can be written as:


2x and 2x + 2, where x is integer


the two consecutive even integers is 130:


2x + 2x + 2 = 130


by solving we find


x = 32


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2*32 = 64


2*32 + 2 = 66


the two consecutive even integers are 64 and 66.