SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 71

SSC CHSL 2023 - 02 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q71

Find the average of the prime numbers lying between 51 and 77.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 64.

The prime number between 51 and 77 = 53, 59, 61, 67, 71, 73

There are 6 prime numbers between them

So,

The sum of these prime numbers = 53 + 59 + 61+ 67 + 71 + 73 = 384

Hence,

The required average = 384/6 = 64