Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Average

Question:

The average weight of 14 children is 22 kg. If the weight of the teacher is also included, the average weight becomes 23 kg. What is the weight of the teacher?

Options:

34 kg

37 kg

35 kg

36 kg

Correct Answer:

37 kg

Explanation:

Sum of weight of 14 children = 14 × 22 = 308 kg

Sum of weight of 14 children + 1 teacher = `15 × 23 = 345 kg

Weight of teacher = 345 - 308 = 37 kg