10
algebra

The sum of three consecutive integers is 60. What is the largest integer?

A

21

B

20

C

19

D

22

Correct Answer: A

Choice Bhoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Define: x,x+1,x+2x, x+1, x+2.
  2. Equation: 3x+3=603x + 3 = 60
  3. Subtract 3: 3x=573x = 57
  4. Divide by 3: x=19x = 19
  5. Largest: x+2=21x + 2 = 21
  6. Verify: 19+20+21=6019 + 20 + 21 = 60

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because this is the smallest.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because this is the middle.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.