Question on: JAMB Mathematics - 2021
The mean of ten positive numbers is 16. When another number is added, the mean becomes 18. Find the eleventh number
A
3
B
16
C
38
D
30
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Correct Option: C
Given that the mean of 10 positive numbers = 16
Sum of numbers = 16 x 10 = 160
Mean of 11 numbers = 18
Total sum of numbers = 11 x 18
= 198
The 11th number = 198 - 160
= 38
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