Question
The average of 12 numbers is 25. If one number is removed, the average of the remaining 11 numbers becomes 24. Find the removed number.
Solution
Sum of 12 numbers = 12 × 25 = 300 Sum of 11 numbers = 11 × 24 = 264 Removed number = 300 − 264 = 36
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