In the first 10 overs of a cricket game, the run rate was only 7.2. What should be the average run rate in the remaining 40 overs to reach the target of 272 runs?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
Total runs in 1st 10 overs = 10 x 7.2 = 72
Required rums for 40 overs = 272 - 72 = 200
Required average run rate for 40 overs = \(\frac{200}{40}\) = 5
∴ The average run rate in the remaining 40 overs should be 5