The sum of two consecutive even numbers is 174. Find the smaller number.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 86.
Let the smaller even number be x. So, the next even number will be (x + 2)
The sum of these two numbers = 174
Now, x + (x + 2) = 174
⇒ 2x + 2 = 174
⇒ 2x = 174 - 2 = 172
⇒ x = 172/2 = 86
Therefore, the smaller number is 86.