ExamCompetition Forum Question Papers Ask A Question Mock Test Learn & Earn Sign Up Login Menu



0 vote

The average weight of a class is 40 kg. If a student with a weight of 60 kg joins the class, the new average weight becomes 42 kg.  Now, the total number of student in the class is

Asked on by | Votes 0 | Views: 50 | Tags: average     | quantitative aptitude     | Add Bounty

The average weight of a class is 40 kg. If a student with a weight of 60 kg joins the class, the new average weight becomes 42 kg.  Now, the total number of student in the class is


1). 9
2). 10
3). 11
4). 12


Share on Facebook      Share on Whatsapp       Share on Twitter




1 answers

1 vote
Answered by on | Votes 1 |

Let total number of students be x.

Then, the sum of total weight of class = 40x

If a student with weight 60 kg joins the class, the new average weight becomes 42 kg.

⇒ 40x + 60 = 42(x + 1)

⇒ 40x + 60 = 42x + 42

⇒ 42x - 40x = 60 - 42

⇒ 2x = 18

⇒ x = 9

Hence, the total number of students in class = 10.

Join Telegram Group




Answer This Question

Name:
Email:
Answer :
Sum of (1+5)
Submit: