What follows in the pattern of even numbers starting from 2: 2, 4, 6, 8?

The sequence presented starts with 2 and continues by adding 2 to each preceding number: 2, 4, 6, 8. This is a simple arithmetic progression where each term increases by a constant value of 2. Following this pattern, the next number after 8 is achieved by adding 2 to it, resulting in 10.

Thus, 10 is the next even number in this sequence, maintaining consistency with the established pattern of consecutive even numbers. The other options, while they are indeed even numbers, do not immediately follow the established pattern after 8. Therefore, 10 is the correct response as it directly continues the sequence of even numbers.