The difference of squares of two consecutive odd numbers is 88. What is the product of the two numbers?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Has been given :
Two consecutive odd numbers, difference of their squares = 88
According to the formula:
(a + 2)² − a² = 4a + 4
4a + 4 = 88
4a = 84
a = 21
numbers = 21, 23
Product = 21 × 23 = 483