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  • 20-03-2016
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The sum of three consecutive whole numbers is 33. Create an algebraic equation and solve to determine the number.

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  • 20-03-2016
Therefore,
Let us  make the equation:
(n) + (n+1) + (n+2) = 33
If we collect the like terms together we get:
3n + 3= 33
Minus 3: 3n=30
Divide by 3: n=10
Therefore, the three consecutive numbers are 10, 11 (n+1), 12 (n+2)
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