Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Average

Question:

The average weight of a group of eight people increased by 2.5 kg when a person weighing 80 kg joined in place of one of the members of the group. The weight of the member replaced was:

Options:

60 kg

77.5 kg

70 kg

62.5 kg

Correct Answer:

60 kg

Explanation:

Total Increment in weight = 8 × 2.5 = 20 kg

Weight of old man = weight of new man - 20

Weight of old man = 80 - 20 = 60 kg