CMAT 2019 - Slot 1 Quantitative Aptitude Question 17
This is a detailed step-by-step solution for CMAT 2019 - Slot 1 Quantitative Aptitude Question 17. Understand the concept, common mistakes, and expert tips to solve similar questions in CMAT exam.
Quantitative Aptitude
Let the three consecutive odd numbers be 'x-2', 'x' and 'x+2'
Given the sum of three consecutive odd numbers is 20 more than the first number
=> x-2 + x + x+2 = 20 + x-2
=> 2x = 18
=> x = 9
Therefore the three consecutive odd numbers are 7,9 and 11.
The middle number is 9.