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The sum of three consecutive even integers is 162. Find the integers.

Solution

T h e s u m o f t h ree co n sec u t i v e e v e n in t e g ers i s 162. F in d t h e in t e g ers .

Solution

The numbers : 52, 54, 56

Solution steps

Represent the numbers with

x

:

First number : x

Consecutive number 1 : x + 2

Consecutive number 2 : x + 4

A.T.Q.:

x + x + 2 + x + 4 = 162

Solve

x + x + 2 + x + 4 = 162 : x = 52

x + 2 = 52 + 2 = 54

x + 4 = 52 + 4 = 56

The numbers : 52, 54, 56

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