In the first 20 overs of a cricket game, the run rate was only 2.4 per over. What should the run rate in the remaining 30 overs be to reach a target of 308 runs? [Give your answer correct to one decimal place.]
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 8.7.
We know that,
Run Rate = Total Runs/Number of overs
Now,
Runs in the first 20 overs = 20 × 2.4 = 48 runs
Required runs = 308 - 48 = 260
Run rate required in the next 30 overs = 260/30 = 8.67
Hence, the required run rate is 8.7 runs per over.