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The sum of three even consecutive integers is 42. Find the three integers.

Solution

T h e s u m o f t h ree e v e n co n sec u t i v e in t e g ers i s 42. F in d t h e t h ree in t e g ers .

Solution

The numbers : 12, 14, 16

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 = 42

Solve

x + x + 2 + x + 4 = 42 : x = 12

x + 2 = 12 + 2 = 14

x + 4 = 12 + 4 = 16

The numbers : 12, 14, 16

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