The sum of four consecutive even numbers is 292. What would be the smallest number? Choices:
A) 49
B) 68
C) 60
D) 57
E) number 70
number 70   70   Let the four consecutive even numbers be 2(x - 2), 2(x - 1), 2x, 2(x + 1)   Their sum = 8x - 4 = 292 =&gt; x = 37   Smallest number is: 2(x - 2) = 70.
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The sum of four consecutive even numbers is 292. What would be the smallest number?