The sum of 3 consecutive integers is -60. Find the smallest.

Rforte asked May 12, 2023

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Rforte asked May 12, 2023

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Answer:

-21

Explanation:

Let x be the smallest of the three consecutive integers.

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = - 60

3x + 3 = - 60

3x = - 63

x = - 21

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