An algebra problem by Nashita Rahman
Algebra
Level
3
If the sum of the above two numbers is a whole number then what can be their least possible sum?
10
0
5
-1
1
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1 solution
We know that the smallest whole number is 0 . So put x=0 in 2x+9 and 3x-9.
2x0+9 + 3x0-9 =0 which is the least possible sum when their sum is a whole number.