A cricketer has played 8 innings with an average score of 40. In the next inning, he scores 80. What will be the new average?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 44.44.
Total score of 8 innings = 8 × 40 = 320
Total score of 9th innings score = 320 + 80 = 400
New average = 400/9 ≈ 44.44