Question

    The average of five terms is 40. If the first four terms

    are given as 50, 52, 35 and 46, find the fifth term.
    A 18 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 15 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The average of five terms is 40. Sum of five terms = 5x40 = 200 If the first four terms are given as 50, 52, 35 and 46. Sum of first four terms = 50+52+35+46 = 183 Fifth term = 200-183 = 17

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