Math Problem Statement

The smallest of five consecutive even integers is 3/4 the amount of the largest. From least to greatest, these numbers are: __, __, __, __, and __.

Solution

To solve this problem, let the five consecutive even integers be represented as x,x+2,x+4,x+6,x+8x, x+2, x+4, x+6, x+8, where xx is the smallest.

Given Condition:

The smallest integer is 34\frac{3}{4} of the largest integer. The largest integer is x+8x+8.

Thus, we have the equation: x=34(x+8)x = \frac{3}{4}(x+8)

Step 1: Solve for xx

Multiply through by 4 to eliminate the fraction: 4x=3(x+8)4x = 3(x + 8)

Simplify: 4x=3x+244x = 3x + 24

Subtract 3x3x from both sides: x=24x = 24

Step 2: Find the integers

If x=24x = 24, then the five integers are: 24,26,28,30,3224, 26, 28, 30, 32

Final Answer:

From least to greatest, the numbers are: 24,26,28,30,and 3224, 26, 28, 30, \text{and } 32

Let me know if you'd like a detailed explanation of the solution! Here are five related questions to expand understanding:

  1. How can this problem be adjusted to use consecutive odd integers instead?
  2. What happens if the smallest number is a fraction of the middle integer?
  3. How would you solve this problem if six integers were involved instead of five?
  4. Can you write a similar problem where the condition relates to the second smallest integer instead?
  5. What is the general process to solve for nn consecutive integers with a condition?

Tip: For problems involving consecutive integers, always use expressions like x,x+2,x+4,x, x+2, x+4, \dots for even numbers to set up equations systematically.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Consecutive Integers
Proportions

Formulas

Let the integers be x, x+2, x+4, x+6, x+8
x = 3/4(x+8)

Theorems

Basic Proportionality Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10