X, Y, and Z are consecutive numbers and X > Y > Z. Also, 2X + 3Y + 3Z = 5Y + 8. What is the value of Z?  Choose the correct choice from the following options.
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
E) 6

Rationale: if x , y , and z are consecutive numbers and x > y > z , then y = z + 1 and x = z + 2 . 2 x + 3 y + 3 z = 5 y + 8 2 z + 4 + 3 z + 3 + 3 z = 5 z + 5 + 8 3 z = 6 z = 2 the answer is a .
Answer: A