Have you learned the formula for this yet? If not...
\(n+(n+1)+(n+2)=54\)
So... \(3n+3=54\)
Now subtract three from both sides... \(3n=54-3\)
Now you have \(3n=51\)
Divide both sides by 3 and you'll have your first number (n)
Add 1 to n, then 2 to n, and you'll have your answer!
