Question

The sum of three consecutive integers equals 39 more than the least of the integers. Find the integers

Answer 1

18, 19, 20

Explanation:

We can have the lowest number be
`x`, and the second and third numbers be
`x+1` and
`x+2`. Now we have the equation
`x+x+1+x+2=x+39.`

`3x+3=x+39\\\\2x=36.`

x=18, so the numbers are 18, 19, and 20.

Answer 2

Answer: 12, 13, 14

Explanation: This was on my test last week and this is the correct answer.