Question

The sum of three consecutive odd integers is 153. Find the smallest integer​

Answer 1

Answer:

the smallest integer is 49

Step-by-step explanation:

49+51+53=153

Answer 2

Answer:

The smallest integer is 49

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:

Let the three numbers be (P - 2), P and (P + 2).

Step 2:

Given Data:

The sum of three consecutive odd numbers is 153.

Step 3:

( P – 2 ) + P + ( P + 2 ) = 153

Step 4:

3 P = 153

Step 5:

Simplify the expression and find the value of P.

P=51

First number. = 49

Second number = 51

third number. =53