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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 8

Q8

In a boat there are 8 men whose average weight is increased by 1 kg when 1 man of 60 kg is replaced by a new man. What is weight of new comer?

A.
70 kg
B.
66 kg
C.
68 kg
Answer
D.
69 kg

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Member in group × age increased = difference of replacement
Or, 8 × 1 = new comer - man going out
Or, new comer = 8 + 60
Or, new comer = 68 kg.