SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 64

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q64

Out of five numbers A, B, C, D, and E, the average of the first four numbers A, B, C, and D is greater than the average of the last four numbers B, C, D, and E by 35. Find the difference between A and E.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 140.

According to the question,

⇒ A+B+C+D4−B+C+D+E4=35{{A+B+C+D}\over4}-{{B+C+D+E}\over4} = 35

⇒ A - E = 35 × 4 = 140