The average salary of 40 workers in a factory is Rs. 24,000. If the salary of a supervisor is added, the average rises to Rs. 24,500. What is the supervisor's salary?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rs. 44,500.
Total salary of 40 workers = 40 × 24000 = 960000
Total salary of 41 persons = 41 × 24500 = 1004500
Supervisor salary = 1004500 – 960000 = 44500