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Commutative Property in Algebra

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The sum of three consecutive numbers is given. What is the difference between the first and the third number?

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one

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Two

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Four

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Data inadequate

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Solution

The correct option is B Two
Let the numbers be $x, x + 1$ and $x + 2$ Then
$(x + 2) - x = 2$

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