The sum of the squares of three consecutive odd numbers is 251. The numbers are:
Question and options
The sum of the squares of three consecutive odd numbers is 251. The numbers are:
- 1, 3, 5
- 3, 5, 7
- 5, 7, 9
- 7, 9, 11
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - 7, 9, 11
7^2 + 9^2 + 11^2 = 49 + 81 + 121 = 251. (5, 7, 9 gives 155.)
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