Algebraic Expression Integer Values
XAT 2016 · Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation · Hard · Quantitative Ability
If a, b and c are 3 consecutive integers between -10 to +10 (both inclusive), how many integer values are possible for the expression?
- A.
0
- B.
1
- C.
2
- D.
3
- E.
4
Answer
C
Explanation
Let , , . Sum . . Denominator = . Expression = . For this to be an integer, must divide . Testing non-zero : If . If . No other integers make an integer. Thus, exactly 2 integer values are possible.
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