The average of 5 numbers is 50. If one new number is added, the average becomes 60. Find the new number.
- AOption (a)
60
- BOption (b)
90
- COption (c)
100
- DOption (d)
110
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Correct answer
110
Why this answer is correct
Given:
The average of 5 numbers is 50.
If one new number is added, the average becomes 60.
Concept used:
Total = Average × Number of entities
Calculation:
Initially the total of 5 numbers = 5 × 50
⇒ 250
New total = (5 + 1) × 60
⇒ 360
Now, the new number = 360 - 250
⇒ 110
∴ The new number is 110.

