The average of 10 numbers is 14. If each number is decreased by 3, what is the new average? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The average of 10 numbers is 14. If each number is decreased by 3, what is the new average?

A. 14

B. 8

C. 17

D. 11

Answer: Option D

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New average =14-3=11.

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Average of 12 numbers 570. If average of 8 is 565, average of remaining 4?

A. 575

B. 578

C. 580

D. 582

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Sum12=6840. Sum8=4520. Remaining=2320. Average=580.

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The average age of 6 students is 12 years. If the teacher's age is included, the average becomes 15 years. What is the teacher's age?

A. 33

B. 30

C. 27

D. 36

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Sum of 6 students' ages = 6×12=72. Sum of 7 persons = 7×15=105. Teacher's age = 105-72=33.

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Average of 5 numbers 48. If average of 2 is 40, average of remaining 3?

A. 53.33

B. 50

C. 55

D. 52

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