The sum of 3 consecutive even numbers is 132

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Answered on Sat Apr 23 2022

Let the 3 consecutive even numbers be x, (x-2) and (x+2) respectively.

According to the question,

x + (x - 2) + (x + 2) = 132

or, x + x - 2 + x + 2 = 132

or, 3x = 132

or, x = 132 ÷ 3

or, x = 44

So, first even number = 44

Required third number = 44 + 2

= 46 (Answer)

the no.s are x=44, x-2 = 42, x+2 = 46