SSC Quantitative Aptitude Average Question Bank Average (I)

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    The average of marks of 28 students in Mathematics was 50. 8 students left the school and then this average increased by 5. What is the average of marks obtained by the students who left the school?

    A) 37.5

    B) 42.5

    C) 45

    D) 50.5

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] Sum of the marks of 28 students \[=(50\times 28)=1400\] Average of 20 students \[=(50+5)=55\] Sum of the marks of 20 students \[=(55\times 20)=1100\] Sum of the marks of 8 students \[=(1400-1100)=300\] Average of the marks of 8 students             \[=\frac{300}{8}=37.5\]


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