The ratio of the number of men to the number of women in an office is 2 : 3. If the average weight of the men and the women in the office are 56 kg and 51 kg, respectively, find the average weight of the employees in the office. (in kg)
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 53.
The ratio of the number of men to the number of women in an office = 2 : 3
The average weights of the men and the women in the office = 56 kg and 51 kg
Average = (Sum of the weight of men + Sum of the weight of women)/Total men and women
Average =
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⇒ 53 kg