Question

When a number is added to its next number and another such number that is four times its next number, the sum of these three numbers is 95. Find that number.

• A. 17
• B. 15
• C. 16
• D. 18

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 15

x + ( x + 1 ) + 4 ( x + 1 ) = 95 x + x + 1 + 4x + 4 = 95 6x + 5 = 95 6x = 90 x = 15