A batsman scored the following runs in the last 5 innings. Find his score in the 4th innings if the average score is 43.
Innings Score (in runs)
1st - 92
2nd - 53
3rd - 35
4th - X
5th - 27
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e 8.
Average score = 43
Total innings = 5
Total runs = 43 × 5 = 215
Known scores:
1st = 92
2nd = 53
3rd = 35
5th = 27
Sum of known scores = 92 + 53 + 35 + 27 = 207
Score in 4th innings = 215 - 207 = 8