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What is the sum of the first 20 natural numbers 1 + 2 + 3 + ... + 20?
A200
B420
C210
D230
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 210
The sum is n(n + 1)/2 = 20 x 21 / 2 = 210.
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