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Aptitude · Q401

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 401

Q401

The average of 9 observations was found to be 35. Later on, it was detected that an observation 81 was misread as 18. The correct average of the observation is -

A.
28
B.
42
Answer
C.
32
D.
45

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Difference = 81 - 18 = 63
So, change in average = = + 7
Correct average = 35 + 7 = 42