What is the sum of the first five composite numbers?
A. 17
B. 25
C. 37
D. 45
Correct Answer: C (37)
Explanation:
Composite numbers are positive integers greater than one that are not prime numbers, meaning they have at least one factor other than one and themselves.
The first five composite numbers are 4, 6, 8, 9, and 10.
The sum of the first five composite numbers is:
4 + 6 + 8 + 9 + 10 = 37
Therefore, the correct answer is C, 37.