We could set this up and solve it algebraically, but here's an easier way:
Divide 465 by 3 = 155
So .... 155 + 155 + 155 = 465
Subtract 2 from the first number and add 2 to the last number .... and we get....
153 + 155 + 157 = 465
And there are the three consecutive odd numbers !!!
We could set this up and solve it algebraically, but here's an easier way:
Divide 465 by 3 = 155
So .... 155 + 155 + 155 = 465
Subtract 2 from the first number and add 2 to the last number .... and we get....
153 + 155 + 157 = 465
And there are the three consecutive odd numbers !!!