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The average of 5 consecutive even numbers is 42. Find the largest of these numbers.

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  • A50
  • B48
  • C44
  • D46

Step-by-Step Solution

The middle number equals the average, 42; the numbers are 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, so the largest is 46.
Answer: D) 46

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