Question

The sum of three consecutive even integers is $72$. Find the smallest number

• A. $24$
• B. $22$
• C. $26$
• D. None

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$22$

Let the three consecutive numbers be $x,x+2$ and $x+4$.
Sum = $x+x+2+x+4$
$\therefore 3x+6=72$

$⟹3x=66$

$⟹x=22$