The difference of squares of two consecutive odd numbers is 64. What is the product of the two numbers?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Has been given :
Difference of squares of two consecutive odd numbers = 64
According to the formula:
(a + 2)² − a² = 4a + 4
4a + 4 = 64
4a = 60
a = 15
numbers = 15, 17
Product = 15 × 17 = 255