If the sum of 4 consecutive odd numbers is 104, what will be the third number if they are arranged in ascending order ?

• A. 29
• B. 28
• C. 27
• D. 30

Answer: (C)

Let the consecutive odd number be x, x + 2, x + 4 and x + 6 respectively.According to the question x + x + 2 + x + 4 + x + 6 = 104                                               = 4x + 12 = 104                                               = 4x = 104 - 12                                               = 92∴ x = 92/4 = 23∴ Required number = x + 4= 23 + 4 = 27