Question

solve the given number problem. the sum of three consecutive even integers is –114. what is the least of these numbers? a. 40 b. –36 c. –40 d. –44

Answer 1

Let the integers be;
x, x+2, x+4
The sum is;
x+x+2+x+4=-114
3x+6=-114
3x=-114-6
3x=-120
x=-40
The least integer is thus -40