The average of 8 numbers is 24. If one number is 24, what is the average of the remaining 7 numbers?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Total sum of 8 numbers = 8 × 24 = 192
Sum of the remaining 7 numbers = 192 − 24 = 168
Average of the remaining 7 numbers = 168 / 7 = 24