The sum of the four consecutive even numbers is 284. What

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The sum of the four consecutive even numbers is 284. What would be the smallest number.

1. 72
2. 74
3. 68
4. 66
5. None of the above

Correct Option: C

Let four consecutive even numbers are P, P + 2, P + 4 and P + 6
According to the question,
P + P + 2 + P + 4 + P + 6 = 284
⇒ 4P + 12 = 284
⇒ 4P = 284 - 12 = 272
∴ P = 272/4 = 68