Question

    Average run scored by a batsman in first

    ‘x’ matches is 43. In next 14 matches he scored runs with an average of 63 so that his overall average increased by 5. Find the value of x.
    A 52 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 68 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 44 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 42 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    (43x + 14 × 63)/(x + 14) = 48
    => 43x + 882 = 48x + 672
    => 5x = 210
    => x = 42

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