The Formula Gives the Sum, S, of the First

question 61

Multiple Choice

The formula gives the sum, S, of the first n natural numbers. How many consecutive natural numbers beginning with 1 will give a sum of 66?

• A) 15
• B) 9
• C) 13
• D) 12
• E) 11

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