The average of four consecutive even numbers is 15. The

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The average of four consecutive even numbers is 15. The 2nd highest number is

1. 12
2. 18
3. 14
4. 16

Correct Option: D

Let four consecutive even numbers are y , y + 2 , y + 4 , y + 6.
The average of four consecutive even numbers = 15
⇒ y + y + 2 + y + 4 + y + 6 = 15 × 4
⇒ 4y + 12 = 60
⇒ 4y = 60 – 12 = 48
⇒ y = 48 ÷ 4 = 12
Hence, the numbers are 12, 14, 16, 18
∴ The second highest number is 16.