The combined mean of two groups is 50. If n₁=20, mean₁=45, and n₂=30, mean₂ is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The combined mean of two groups is 50. If n₁=20, mean₁=45, and n₂=30, mean₂ is:
A. 53.33
B. 52
C. 50
D. 55
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
50 = (20×45 + 30×mean₂) / 50 → 2500 = 900 + 30×mean₂ → mean₂ = 1600/30 = 53.33.

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