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The sum of three consecutive odd numbers is 99. What is the largest number?

Hint
The middle number is the average.

Answer

35.

Explanation

The average is 99 ÷ 3 = 33. Therefore the three consecutive odd numbers are 31, 33 and 35.

Step-by-Step Solution

99 ÷ 3 = 33
Numbers = 31, 33, 35
Largest = 35
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