When the distinct positive integers $a , 2 , b , 9$ and 6 are arranged from smallest to largest, the middle number is a. Accordingly, which of the following cannot $b$ be? A) 1 B) 3 C) 5 D) 8 E) 10
When the distinct positive integers $a , 2 , b , 9$ and 6 are arranged from smallest to largest, the middle number is a.
Accordingly, which of the following cannot $b$ be?\\
A) 1\\
B) 3\\
C) 5\\
D) 8\\
E) 10