Multiple choice

Savita got an average of 68 marks in 5 subjects. Her average marks in four subjects except Science was 72. How much marks did she get in Science?

  1. 52

  2. 60

  3. 72

  4. Cannot be determined

  5. 20
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Total marks in 5 subjects = 68 × 5 = 340. Sum of 4 subjects = 72 × 4 = 288. Science marks = 340 - 288 = 52. Option A is correct. Option B (60) would give average 69.6, and Option C (72) would equal the other four.

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