If the mean of five numbers is 10 and four of them are 8, 9, 11, 12, the fifth number is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the mean of five numbers is 10 and four of them are 8, 9, 11, 12, the fifth number is:
A. 8
B. 11
C. 10
D. 9
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Sum = 5×10=50. Sum of four = 8+9+11+12=40. Fifth = 50-40=10.

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