Question

The sum of three consecutive whole numbers is 33. Create an algebraic equation and solve to determine the number.

Answer 1

Therefore,
Let us  make the equation:
(n) + (n+1) + (n+2) = 33
If we collect the like terms together we get:
3n + 3= 33
Minus 3: 3n=30
Divide by 3: n=10
Therefore, the three consecutive numbers are 10, 11 (n+1), 12 (n+2)