SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 56

SSC CGL - 6th March 2020 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q56

24 students collected money for donation. The average contribution was Rs.50. Later on, their teacher also contributed some money. Now the a average contribution is Rs.56. The teacher's contribution is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e Rs.200.

Understanding/Application

Total money contribution of all students = (50 × 24) = Rs.1200

Total money contribution of teacher and all students = (56 × 25) = Rs.1400

Total contribution of teacher = 1400 - 1200 = Rs.200