The sum of three consecutive odd integers is 429. Determine the largest of these integers. Note: You must show the following to receive full credit:

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Alison Cervantes

8 December, 06:11

The sum of three consecutive odd integers is 429. Determine the largest of these integers. Note: You must show the following to receive full credit:

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Gaige Torres · Answer 1

X + x + 2 + x + 4 = 429 where x is the smallest number.

3x + 6 = 429

3x = 429 - 6 = 423

x = 423/3 = 141

The largest number is 141 + 4 = 145 Answer