The average of a batsman in 16 innings is 36. In the next innings, he scores 70 runs. What will be his new average?
A53
B35
C106
D38
Answer:
D. 38
Read Explanation:
he scored an average of 36 in 16 innings
Sum of runs scored = Average × Total number of innings = 16 × 36 = 576 runs
In the next innings, he scored 70 runs,
Total runs scored = 576 + 70 = 646 runs
Average = 646/17 = 38