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The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 2 : 3. The average weight of boys is 30 kg and the average weight of girls is 28 kg. What is the average weight of the entire class? -

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The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 2 : 3. The average weight of boys is 30 kg and the average weight of girls is 28 kg. What is the average weight of the entire class?

Options

  • 29.5 kg

  • 27 kg

  • 28.8 kg

  • 29 kg

MCQ

Solution

28.8 kg

Explanation:

Hence, `(30 - x)/(x - 28) = 3/2`

60 – 2x = 3x – 84

144 = 5x and x = 28.8 kg

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