Question: If the average of a, b, c is 12 and the average of b, c, d is 15, what is the value of d?
Options:
Correct Answer: 20
Solution:
From a, b, c: a + b + c = 36. From b, c, d: b + c + d = 45. Subtracting gives a = 45 - 36 = 9. Thus, d = 15 + 9 = 24.