Question

P, Q, and R are three consecutive odd numbers in ascending order. If the value of three times P is 3 less than two times R. Find the value of R.

Options

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

Answer 1

9

Explanation:

Let consecutive odd numbers P, Q and R be x, x + 2 and x + 4 respectively.

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2R – 3P = 3

2(x + 4) – 3 (x) = 3

2x + 8 – 3x = 3

– x = – 5

x =5

∴ R = 5 + 4 = 9