The sum of four consecutive even numbers is 292. What would be the smallest number?  Choose the correct choice from the following choices:  A) 74  B) 76  C) 70  D) 68  E) 65
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.   ANSWER:70
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The sum of four consecutive even numbers is 292. What would be the smallest number?