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Eight hostel students get an average monthly pocket money of ₹450. One student who receives ₹800 leaves the hostel. What is the new average for the remaining seven (in ₹)?

Competition practiceAverages & Ages
  • A400
  • B350
  • C425
  • D450

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Total = = ₹3600. After the student leaves: 3600 − 800 = ₹2800 for 7 students, so the average is 2800 ÷ 7 = ₹400.
Answer: A) 400

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