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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 347

Q347

The average weight of 12 parcels is 1.8 kg. Addition of another new parcel reduces the average weight by 50 gm. What is the weight of the new parcel ?

A.
1.50 kg
B.
1.10 kg
C.
1.15 kg
Answer
D.
1.01 kg

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Let the weight of the new parcel = x kg.
According to the question,
⇒ 12 × 1.8 + x = 13 × 1.75
⇒ 21.6 + x = 22.75
⇒ x = 1.15 kg