Answer :

Final answer:

The least value the highest number could be, when the sum of three consecutive numbers is greater than 60, is 20.


Explanation:

The sum of three consecutive numbers can be represented as x + (x+1) + (x+2). According to the question, this sum is greater than 60. Hence, x + (x+1) + (x+2) > 60. Solving this inequality, the minimum value that the highest number (x+2) could take is 20.


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