Multiple choice

A, B, C, D and E are five consecutive odd numbers. If the sum of C and E is 150, then what is the value of D?

  1. 73

  2. 77

  3. 75

  4. 69

  5. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Suppose the five consecutive odd numbers are X, X + 2, X + 4, X + 6 and X + 8. Then, X + 4 + X + 8 = 150 X = 69 So, D = X + 6 = 69 + 6 = 75

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