SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 19/02/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q17

A batsman makes 100 runs in the 25th match of his career. His average runs per match increases by 1.4. Find his average before the 25th match.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 65

Let the average before 25th match be x

ATQ

(24x + 100)/25 = x + 1.4

24x + 100 = 25x + 35

x = 65