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The sum of three consecutive even numbers is 54 . find the numbers . ​

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Answer :-

  • Let the three consecutive numbers be x -2 , x and x + 2
  • Their sum = ( x - 2 ) + ( x + 2 ) = 3x
  • This is the given equal to 54

  • 3x = 54 or x = 54/3
  • x = 18

Thus , the required numbers are 16 , 18 , 20

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