SOLUTION: The sum of four consectutive even numbers is 124. What are these numbers??

Algebra ->  Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Numbers -> SOLUTION: The sum of four consectutive even numbers is 124. What are these numbers??      Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com


    

Question 606694: The sum of four consectutive even numbers is 124. What are these numbers??
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 

Hi,

The sum of four consectutive even numbers is 124. Let n represent the 1st...

 n + (n+2) + (n+4) + (n+6) = 124

 4n + 12 = 124

   4n = 112

    n = 28

The four consectutive even numbers are 28, 30, 32, 34

CHECKING our Answer*** 

28+30+32+34 = 124