Question

    The average monthly salary of 12 employees is ₹45,000.

    If the salary of one employee is excluded, the average decreases by ₹1,500. What is the salary of the excluded employee?
    A ₹54,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ₹55,500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C ₹57,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ₹61,500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total salary of 12 employees = 12 × 45,000 = ₹540,000 New average after excluding one employee = 45,000 - 1,500 = ₹43,500 Total salary of 11 employees = 11 × 43,500 = ₹478,500 Salary of excluded employee = ₹540,000 - ₹478,500 = ₹61,500 Correct Option: d

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