Algebra & Equations · Question 18 · Easy
The sum of three consecutive integers is 84. What is the largest of them?
- 27
- 30
- 29
- 28
Answer and explanation
Answer: C. 29
Explanation: If the middle integer is n, then 3n = 84, so n = 28 and the integers are 27, 28, 29. The largest is 29.
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