Multiple choice

The marks obtained in 4 subjects in an examination are 200. If the average of marks obtained in 3 subjects is 48, then how many total marks obtained in fourth subject?

  1. 50

  2. 144

  3. 152

  4. 56

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Total marks in 4 subjects = 200. Average of 3 subjects = 48, so their sum = 48 × 3 = 144. Fourth subject marks = 200 - 144 = 56. Option A incorrectly assumes fourth subject has average marks.