Question

Sum of three consecutive even number is 54. find the least among them.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

2n + (2n + 2) + (2n + 4) = 54

6n + 6 = 54

6n = 48

n = 8.

the least one is 2 × 8 = 16.

Answer 2

Answer : 16

Step by step explanation:

Let the three consecutive even numbers be x, x + 2 and x + 4 respectively.

Hence, as per given condition,

x + (x + 2) + (x + 4) = 54

3x + 6 = 54

3x = 48

x = 16

x + 2 = 18

x + 4 = 20

Thus, the numbers are 16, 18 and 20.

Were asked to find the least number, thus the least number is 16.

Answer : 16