Consider three consecutive even positive integers represented by x, y, and z. Which of the following sums could not equal x + y + z?

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A

150

B

210

C

324

D

402

418

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BoniJan 29, 2025

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KasturikaApr 30, 2024

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What this question tests

Your fluency with the order of operations, fractions, decimals, and basic number sense — the foundation every quant question leans on.

Applying the order of operations out of sequence or rounding intermediate values before the final step.

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