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The average age of 30 students is 12 years. When the teacher's age is included, the average increases by 1 year. What is the teacher's age?

Competition practiceAverages & Ages
  • A42
  • B43
  • C40
  • D45

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Students' total = 360; new average 13 over 31 people = 403; teacher's age = 403 − 360 = 43.
Answer: B) 43

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