Question

The sum of three consecutive numbers is 498.what is the 3rd number

Answer 1

Denote 3 consecutive numbers as: (n-1), n, (n+1)

=> n - 1 + n + n + 1 = 498

=> 3*n = 498

=> n = 166

=> n + 1 = 166 + 1 = 167

=> 3rd number is 167