Algebra 1: Consecutive Integers

If the sum of the first two consecutive even integers is equal to three times the third what are the three integers

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Kelly Prince

22 July, 07:36

Algebra 1: Consecutive Integers

If the sum of the first two consecutive even integers is equal to three times the third what are the three integers

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Lauryn Jarvis · Answer 1

X equals the smallest. x+2 equals the next largest and x+4 equals the third largest.

x + (x+2) = 3 (x+4)

2x+2 = 3x+12

2x = 3x+10

-x=10

x=-10

Final answer: - 10, - 8, - 6

Algebra 1: Consecutive IntegersIf the sum of the first two consecutive even integers is equal to three times the third what are the three integers

Algebra 1: Consecutive Integers

If the sum of the first two consecutive even integers is equal to three times the third what are the three integers