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The sum of three consecutive even numbers is 156. Find the largest number |
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Answer» GIVEN : Sum of THREE consecutive EVEN NUMBERS = 156 LET the numbers be x , x + 2 , x + 4 According to the PROBLEM, x + x + 2 + x + 4 = 156 3x + 6 = 156 3x = 156 - 6 3x = 150 x = 150/3 x = 50 Value of first term = x = 50 Then, Second term = x + 2 = 50 + 2 = 52 Third term = x + 4 = 54 Therefore, the three terms are 50, 52 and 54. |
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