Question

The sum of three consecutive integers is -51 what is the value of the smallest number

Answer 1

Answer: Let's say the first number is x, the next one is x+1, and so on

Explanation:

x + (x + 1) + (x + 2) = -51

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = -51

3x + 3 = -51

3x = -54

x = -18