The sum of three consecutive odd numbers is 69. What is the largest of these numbers?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Given:
Sum of three consecutive odd numbers = 69
Consecutive odd numbers = x, x + 2, x + 4
x + (x + 2) + (x + 4) = 69
3x + 6 = 69
3x = 63
x = 21
Numbers = 21, 23, 25
Largest number = 25