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The average of 5 numbers is 40. When one number is removed, the average of the remaining 4 becomes 38. Find the number that was removed.

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  • A42
  • B50
  • C46
  • D48

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Sum of 5 numbers = 200; sum of 4 numbers = 152. Removed number = 200 - 152 = 48.
Answer: D) 48

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