Question: The average of 12 numbers is 15. If one number is increased by 5, what will be the new average?
Options:
15
15.5
16
16.5
Correct Answer: 16
Solution:
Total of 12 numbers = 12 * 15 = 180. New total = 180 + 5 = 185. New average = 185 / 12 = 15.42.
The average of 12 numbers is 15. If one number is increased by 5, what will be t
Practice Questions
Q1
The average of 12 numbers is 15. If one number is increased by 5, what will be the new average?
15
15.5
16
16.5
Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions
The average of 12 numbers is 15. If one number is increased by 5, what will be the new average?
Average Calculation – Understanding how to calculate the average of a set of numbers and how changes to individual numbers affect the overall average.
Impact of Changes on Average – Recognizing that increasing one number in a set affects the total sum and thus the average.
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