The sum of the three consecutive even numbers is 30. What is the sum of the smallest and the largest of the three numbers?

Correct option is A

Given:
The sum of three consecutive even numbers is 30.
Formula Used:
Consecutive even numbers can be assumed as x, x + 2, and x + 4.
Solution:
Set up the equation based on the given condition.
x + (x + 2) + (x + 4) = 30
3x + 6 = 30
3x = 24
x = 8
The smallest number is 8.
Calculate the largest number, which is x + 4.
Largest number = 8 + 4 = 12
Find the sum of the smallest and largest numbers.
Sum = 8 + 12 = 20
Final Answer
So the correct answer is (a)