The average age of 30 boys is 14 years. If 2 more boys of age 15 and 16 join, new average? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The average age of 30 boys is 14 years. If 2 more boys of age 15 and 16 join, new average?
A. 14.5
B. 14.2
C. 14
D. 14.125
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total age=420. New total=420+15+16=451. New average=451/32=14.09375 ≈14.1 but approx 14.125 yes.

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