Solve the problem.
-Samuel consumed 2161 calories of food on Monday, 2337 calories on Tuesday, and 1820 calories on Wednesday. In order for Samuel's average calorie intake to equal a daily average of 2000 calories, how many calories of food must he consume on Thursday?
A) 1682 calories
B) 2106 calories
C) 1755 calories
D) 2080 calories

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To achieve an average of 2000 calories over four days, Samuel needs a total of 4 days * 2000 calories/day = 8000 calories. He has already consumed 2161 + 2337 + 1820 = 6318 calories. Therefore, he needs 8000 - 6318 = 1682 calories on Thursday.

Solve the Problem. -Samuel Consumed 2161 Calories of Food on Monday, 2337 Calories