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  1. The sum of two consecutive odd numbers in a set of three consecutive odd numbers is 5 more than the third number. What is the second of these numbers?

    2. A.
    5
    B.
    7
    C.
    9
    D.
    11

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    Let the numbers be x, x+2, x+4,
    ∴ (x + x+2) - (x+4) = 5
    2x + 2 - x - 4 = 5
    X - 2 = 5
    X = 5+2 = 7
    ∴ Second number: 7+2= 9

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