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What is the largest number if the sum of 5 consecutive natural numbers is 60?

A24

B15

C14

D41

Answer:

C. 14

Read Explanation:

If the sum of 5 consecutive natural numbers is 60 their average = 60/5 = 12 Since they are consecutive numbers, 12 will be the middle number. Therefore, the largest number will be 14.


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