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the sum of 3 consecutive numbers is 159. what is the largest of the numbers

Solution

the sum of 3 consecutive numbers is 159. what is the largest of the numbers

Solution

The largest number : 54

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number 1 : x + 1

Consecutive number 2 : x + 2

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = 159

Solve

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = 159 : x = 52

x + 1 = 52 + 1 = 53

x + 2 = 52 + 2 = 54

Select the largest solution:

54

The largest number : 54

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