Question

X is an odd number and the sum of the next two consecutive even numbers is less than 90.

By forming an inequality in terms of x, find the largest possible odd number of x.

Answer 1

41

Explanation:

Let the odd number be x

Therefore,

`(x + 1) + (x + 3) < 90 \\ 2x + 4 < 90 \\ 2x < 86 \\ x < 43`

Therefore, Largest possible odd number of x is 41