The average runs scored by a batsman in 7 matches is 49 and in other 9 matches the average is 27. What is the average runs scored by the batsman in these 16 matches.

36.625

Sum of runs scored in 7 matches = 49 x 7 = 343

Sum of runs scored in other 9 matches = 27 x 9 = 243

Average runs scored in 16 matches = \(\frac{343 + 243}{16}\) = 36.625 runs