The average of 5 numbers is 44. If each number is decreased by 6, what is the new average? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The average of 5 numbers is 44. If each number is decreased by 6, what is the new average?

A. 38

B. 32

C. 50

D. 44

Answer: Option A

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New average =44-6=38.

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The average of 3 numbers is 15. If each number is multiplied by 2, what is the new average?

A. 30

B. 60

C. 45

D. 15

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
New average =15×2=30.

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The average of 15,25,35,45,55 is

A. 36

B. 35

C. 30

D. 40

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sum=175. Average=35.

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Average of 12 numbers 1220. If average of 8 is 1215, average of remaining 4?

A. 1225

B. 1232

C. 1228

D. 1230

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sum12=14640. Sum8=9720. Remaining=4920. Average=1230.

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