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  • The average of nine numbers is 50. The average of the first five numbers is 54 and that of the last three numbers is 52. Then the sixth number is


  • Options
  • A. 34
  • B. 24
  • C. 44
  • D. 30

  • Correct Answer
  • 24 

    Explanation

    Required number = (Sum of all numbers) - [(Sum of first 5 numbers) + (Sum of last 3 numbers)
    = 50 x 9 - ( 54 x 5 + 3 x 52)
    = 450 - (270 + 156) = 450 - 426 ? 24


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