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What are the next three numerals in this series...
8, 12, 9, 7, 11, 13, 8, __, __, __...
8, 12, 9, 7, 11, 13, 8, __, __, __...
Hint
It`s a stately affair!Answer
The numerals represent the number of letters in the first ten states` name, listed in the order of their joining the union.So the next three numerals are
13, 12, 8.
The states are: Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia...
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Clever idea, but very hard without more info.!
that was terrific Mr. G, but so hard! A stumper! lol
great teaser thanks
great teaser thanks
Because of the 50 Quarters thing I knew the answer right after I read the hint
awesome!
I knew what the answer would be after reading the hint, but didn't care enough to look up the states in the order they joined ... (hi, from Canada!)
Agree with Qrystal (and from the US)
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