Question

If the sum of three consecutive even numbers is 78 what is the larger number

Answer 1

Answer:

27

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the 3 consecutive numbers be: x, x+1, x+2

Sum of 3 consecutive numbers = 78

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = 78

3x + 3 = 78

3x = 75

x = 75/3

x = 25;

x+1 = 26

x+2=27

Therefore the bigger number = 27