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Seven players of a cricket squad have an average weight of 60 kg. One player weighing 72 kg leaves the group. What is the average weight (in kg) of the remaining six?

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  • A58
  • B59
  • C56
  • D60

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Total = kg. Without the 72 kg player: 420 − 72 = 348 kg, and 348 ÷ 6 = 58 kg.
Answer: A) 58

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