SOLUTION: find three consecutive even numbers such that the sum of first and last number exceeds the second by 10

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Question 390234: find three consecutive even numbers such that the sum of first and last number exceeds the second by 10

Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Hi,
Let x, (x+2) and (x+4) represent the three consecutive even numbers
Question states***
x + (x+4) = (x+2) + 10
solving for x
2x + 4 = x + 12
x = 8 The three consecutive even numbers are: 8,10,12
CHECKING our Answer
8+12 = 10 + 10 = 20
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