Question

The sum of three numbers is fifty-eight. The

second number is four more than the first
number and the third number is eight more
than the second number. What are the
numbers?

Answer 1

The numbers are 14, 18, and 26.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Model the situation.

(x) + (x + 4) + (x + 12) = 58

2. Combine like terms.

3x + 16 = 58

3. Subtract 16 from both sides.

3x = 42

4. Divide 3 from both sides.

x = 14

Now, replace x with a 14.

14 + (14 + 4) + (14 + 12) = 58

Solve.

14 + 18 + 26 = 58

58 = 58

The numbers are 14, 18, and 26.