Question 82

The average of three consecutive odd numbers is 52 more than $$\frac{1}{3^{rd}}$$ of the largest of these numbers. What is the smallest of these numbers?

Solution

Let say, numbers are x,x+2 and x+4.

According to question :

(3x+6)/3=52+(x+4)/3 .

or, 3x+6=156+x+4.

or, 2x=154.

or, x=77.

So,D is correct choice.


Create a FREE account and get:

  • Free SSC Study Material - 18000 Questions
  • 230+ SSC previous papers with solutions PDF
  • 100+ SSC Online Tests for Free

cracku

Boost your Prep!

Download App