Answer: 46
Step-by-step explanation:
Let the 3 consecutive even numbers be x, (x-2) and (x+2) respectively.
According to the question,
x + (x - 2) + (x + 2) = 132
or, x + x - 2 + x + 2 = 132
or, 3x = 132
or, x = 132 ÷ 3
or, x = 44
So, first even number = 44
Required third number = 44 + 2
= 46
