Multiple choice

The average age of four brothers is 14 years. If the age of their father is also included, the average age is increased by 4 years. The age of the father (in years) is?

  1. 36

  2. 34

  3. 40

  4. 38
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Total age of 4 brothers = 4 × 14 = 56 years. When father is included, average becomes 18, so total for 5 people = 5 × 18 = 90 years. Father's age = 90 − 56 = 34 years.

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