The arithmetic mean of 5 numbers is 20. If one number is excluded, the mean of the remaining 4 numbers becomes 18. The excluded number is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The arithmetic mean of 5 numbers is 20. If one number is excluded, the mean of the remaining 4 numbers becomes 18. The excluded number is:
A. 22
B. 20
C. 30
D. 28
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Sum of 5 numbers = 5 × 20 = 100. Sum of 4 numbers = 4 × 18 = 72. Excluded number = 100 - 72 = 28.

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