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The sum of three consecutive even integers is 486. find all three integers​

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160 and 162 and 164

Explanation:

To find the three even integers, use the equation

x + (x + 2) + (x + 4) = 486

Then solve:

Add the common terms (the xs and numbers)

3x + 6 = 486

Subtract the 6 from both sides

3x = 480

Then divide

x = 160

So 160 + (160 + 2) + (160 + 4) = 486

160 + 162 + 164 = 486

So your three consecutive even integers are

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