Question

Javier says all even numbers less than 20 are composite.

Which of the following is an even number less than 20 that is NOT composite?
How can Javier rewrite his statement so that it is true?

Answer 1

Answer: 2

Explanation:

2 is the only even prime number. It is less than 20 and not composite. It is divisible only by 1 and itself, as are all primes.

Answer 2

Answer: 2

Step-by-step explanation: 2 is less than 20 and is not composite. 2 is only divisible by one and itself.

All even numbers greater than 2 are composite.