the sum of 3 consecutive integers is 29 less than 5 times the smallest number. find the three numbers

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = 5x - 29

Combine like terms.

3x + 3 = 5x - 29

Subtract 3x from both sides.

3 = 2x - 29

Add 29 to both sides.

32 = 2x

Divide both sides by 2.

16 = x

The first digit is 16. The second digit is 17. The third digit is 18.