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Four cousins have an average age of 22 years. When their uncle's son joins them, the average of the five becomes 24 years. How old is the newcomer?

Competition practiceAverages & Ages
  • A32
  • B26
  • C30
  • D34

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Total of four = 88; total of five = 120. The newcomer is 120 − 88 = 32 years old.
Answer: A) 32

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