What three consecutive prime numbers add up to 31?
Category: Math · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Consider small prime numbers and test small groups.
Answer
7, 11, 13
Explanation
The primes 7, 11, and 13 add up to 31: 7 + 11 + 13 = 31.
This is a medium math riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is 7, 11, 13.
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