The sum of the four consecutive even numbers is 284. What would be the smallest number.
Correct Answer: 68
Explanation:
Let four consecutive even numbers are P, P + 2, P + 4 and P + 6
According to the question,
P + P + 2 + P + 4 + P + 6 = 284
⇒ 4P + 12 = 284
⇒ 4P = 284 - 12 = 272
∴ P = 272/4 = 68
