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Six numbers written on a board have a mean of 38. Rahul rubs out the number 23. What is the mean of the five numbers left?

Competition practiceAverages & Ages
  • A41
  • B39
  • C43
  • D40

Step-by-Step Solution

Total of six numbers = . After removing 23 the total is 205, so the new average = 205 ÷ 5 = 41.
Answer: A) 41

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