Question

A batsman has a definite average for 11 innings. The batsman score 120 runs in his 12th inning due to which his average increased by 5 runs. Accordingly, what is the average of the batsman after 12 innings?

• A. 65
• B. 45
• C. 60
• D. 70

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 65

Let average score of 11 innings be x ⇒ 11x + 120 = (x + 5) × 12 ⇒ 11x + 120 = 12x + 60 ⇒ x = 60 The average of the batsman after 12 innings = (60 + 5) = 65