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The sum of three prime number is 84 If one of them exceeds another by 24 then what is the largest prime number?1. 372. 293. 534. 67 |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : 53 Given: Sum of the three prime numbers = 84 Concept used: Prime number = It is the number that has only two factors, one and itself If the sum of three prime numbers is even then one prime number must be 2 Calculation: Let the one prime number be x, then another prime number is x + 24 Sum of the three prime number = 84 ⇒ 2 + x + x + 24 = 84 ⇒ 2x = 58 ⇒ x = 29 Another prime number = x + 24 = 29 + 24 = 53 ∴ The greatest prime number is 53 |
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