Three groups of students have average ages 18, 20, and 22 respectively. If the…
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Three groups of students have average ages 18, 20, and 22 respectively. If the number of students in the
three groups is in the ratio 2:3:5, what is the overall average age?
Answer: B. 20.6 — The weighted average is (2 x 18 + 3 x 20 + 5 x 22)/(2 + 3 + 5) = 206/10 = 20.6.
- A.
19.6
- B.
20.6
- C.
15.6
- D.
14.6
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Correct answer: B
The weighted average is (2 x 18 + 3 x 20 + 5 x 22)/(2 + 3 + 5) = 206/10 = 20.6.
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