Question 942823
The sum of two consecutive even numbers plus the next odd number is 218. what is the odd number?
1st even #:: 2x
2nd even #:: 2x+2
next odd #:: 2x+3
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Equation:
sum = 218
6x+5 = 218
6x = 213
x = 35.5
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1st EVEN #:: 2x = 71
Note:: That is not an even number.
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Conclusion:: No solution
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Cheers,
Stan H.