In a series of six consecutive even numbers, the sum of the fifth and sixth numbers is 42. What is the second number?  Choose the correct option
A) 10	B) 12	C) 14	D) 18	E) 16
Let the numbers be x, x + 2, x + 4, x + 6, x + 8 and x + 10.   Given (x + 8) + (x + 10) = 42   =&gt; 2x + 18 = 24 =&gt; x = 12   The second number = x + 2 = 12 + 2= 
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<output>14</output>
14.   Answer: 14
<result>C</result>
In a series of six consecutive even numbers, the sum of the fifth and sixth numbers is 42. What is the second number?