The average weight of a family of five members (in kg) whose weights are 40 kg, 49 kg, 56 kg, 72 kg, and 35 kg is:
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2, i.e., 50.4.
Average = Sum of values ÷ Number of values
Sum = 40 + 49 + 56 + 72 + 35 = 252
Number of members = 5
Average = 252 ÷ 5 = 50.4 kg