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If the sum of three consecutive integers is 72, what are the integers?

A. 23, 24, 25
B. 24, 25, 26
C. 25, 26, 27
D. 26, 27, 28

Explanation:

Let the integers be x, x+1, and x+2. Solving x + x+1 + x+2 = 72 gives x = 25. The integers are 25, 26, 27. Other options are incorrect.

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