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The average of 8 numbers is 36. If 46 is added to the set, what is the new average?
- 41
- 41.75
- 36
- 37.11
Answer
D. 37.11
Solution
Sum = 8 × 36 = 288. New sum = 334; new average = 334 ÷ 9 = 37.11.
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