Bradford T. answered • 02/21/21
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Let x = the smallest number
x + (x+1) + (x+2) = 72
3x +3 = 72
3x = 69
x = 23
Check:
23 + 24 + 25 = 72
Shaneia M.
asked • 02/21/21The sum of three consecutive numbers is 72. What are the smallest of these numbers?
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