Question

HELP! The second of three numbers is 2 more than the first. The third number is twice the first. The sum of the first and third exceeds the second by 2. Find all three numbers

Answer 1

numbers can be written as x, x+2 and 2x

Answer 2

also x + 2x = x + 2 + 2

Answer 3

now solve?

Answer 4

solve this equation for x yes

Answer 5

okay

Answer 6

x = 2?

Answer 7

thats right so second number = 2 + 2 = 4
and 3rd = 2x = 4

Answer 8

thanks so much!

Answer 9

yw