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    Question

    There are nine consecutive even numbers such that the

    smallest number is 12.5% less than the largest number. Find the sum of the second lowest and second highest numbers.
    A 144 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 240 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 185 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 154 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Let the consecutive even numbers be: x, x + 2, x + 4, x + 6, x + 8, x + 10, x + 12, x + 14, x + 16 According to question: x = 0.875 ├Ч (x + 16) 0.125x = 14 x = 112 So, the required sum = (x + 2) + (x + 14) = 112 + 2 + 112 + 14 = 240

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