Average of 5 consecutive even numbers is 24. Find the largest number.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Given:
Average of 5 consecutive even numbers = 24
Consecutive numbers = x − 4, x − 2, x, x + 2, x + 4
Average = x
x = 24
Largest number = x + 4 = 24 + 4 = 28