Question

    The average of 19 numbers is 16.The average of first 9

    numbers is 13 and that of the last 9 numbers is 15. What will be the 19th number?
    A 58 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 52 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 50 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 54 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sum of 19 numbers = 19 × 16 = 304 Sum of first 9 numbers = 9 × 13 = 117 Sum of last 9 numbers = 9 × 15 = 135 Therefore, 19th number = 304 – (117 + 135) = 52

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