Question

the sum of three numbers is 60. the second number is two more than the first. the third number is two more than the second. find the three numbers.​

Answer 1

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Answer:

The three numbers are 18, 20, and 22

Discussion:

Let the first number be called "x". The the Question states that

x + (x+2) + ( x+2 +2) = 60   => combine like terms

3x + ( 2 + 2 +2) = 60           => simplify

3x + 6 = 60                          => subtract 6 form both sides

3x       = 60 - 6 = 54            => divide both sides by 3

x = 54/3 = 18

So the numbers are 18, 20, and 22

Thank you,

MrB

Answer 2

Answer:

Three #'s = 18, 20, and 22

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