Question

The algebraic expression for the
sum of three consecutive natural
numbers, the smallest number being
'X' is:

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:

The algebraic expression for the sum of three consecutive natural numbers

Let the smallest number be X

then, The three consecutive natural numbers are X,X+1,X+2

Their sum = X+X+1+X+2

=> 3X+3 (or) 3(X+1)

The algebraic expression for the sum of three consecutive natural numbers is 3X+3 or 3(X+1).