In an innings, the average of the first 6 batsmen is 50, while that of the latter 5 batsmen is 20. If the scores of three batsmen from the first lot and three from the latter are swapped, the average of the first six becomes 40; then what would the average of the latter five become?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 32.
Total scores = (6 × 50) + (5 × 20) = 300 + 100 = 400
New total for first 6 batsmen = 6 × 40 = 240
New total for last 5 batsmen = 400 - 240 = 160
Average = 160/5 = 32