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The sum of three consecutive even numbers is 228. What is the 3rd number?

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Answer:

78

Step-by-step explanation:

x+(x+2)+(x+4)=228

x+x+2+x+4=228

3x+6=228

Subtract 6 from both sides

3x=228-6

3x=222

Divide both sides by 3

x=74.The first number is 74

The second number (x+2)=74+2=76

The third number (x+4)=74+4=78

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