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Oscar's scores in the first 5 exams are 82, 83, 86, 91, 77. What score is needed in the next exam to have an average of 85?
- 85
- 91
- 97
- 84
Answer
B. 91
Solution
Total needed = 85 × 6 = 510. Current total = 419. Needed = 91.
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