Question

The two consecutive multiples of $3$ whose sum is $51$ are __________.

• A. $24,27$
• B. $20,31$
• C. $40,11$
• D. $25,26$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$24,27$

Lets say $x$ is the multiple of $3$

Next consecutive multiple of $3$ will be $(x+3)$

Given sum is $=51$

$\Rightarrow x+x+3=51$

$\Rightarrow 2x=48$

$\Rightarrow x=24$

Two consecutive multiples of $3$ are $24,27$.