Selected MCQ

Current Question
If the sum of three consecutive even numbers is 36, what is the smallest number?
  • A. 10
  • B. 12
  • C. 14
  • D. 16
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Let numbers be x, x+2, x+4 ⇒ 3x+6=36 ⇒ x=10.
Related Question 1
The sum of the squares of three consecutive even numbers is 1460. Find numbeRs.
  • A. 18,20,22
  • B. 20,22,24
  • C. 22,24,26
  • D. 24,26,28
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Solve the quadratic Equation.
Related Question 2
Three consecutive odd integers have a sum such that the last two exceed the first by 13. Find numbeRs.
  • A. 9,11,13
  • B. 11,13,15
  • C. 13,15,17
  • D. 7,9,11
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Solve a linear relation.
Related Question 3
The sum of four consecutive even numbers is 292. Find the largest number.
  • A. 74
  • B. 76
  • C. 70
  • D. 68
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Solve an arithmetic progression.
Related Question 4
The sum of five consecutive even numbers is 440. Find another set where the second least is 121 less.
  • A. 248
  • B. 240
  • C. 228
  • D. 236
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Adjust numbers accordingly.
Related Question 5
The sum of three consecutive numbers is 72. Find the middle number ____.
  • A. 22
  • B. 24
  • C. 26
  • D. 28
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Let numbers x−1, x, x+1 → 3x = 72.