Question

the monthly expenditure (in Rs) of five men are as follows : x Rs 130,140,150,160,170 find out the simple arithmetic mean

Answer 1

STEP 1: Find the sum of their monthly expenditure

Sum = 130 + 140 + 150 + 160 + 170 = Rs 750

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STEP 2: Find the mean

mean = 750 ÷ 5 = Rs 150

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Answer: The arithmetic mean for the 5 men is Rs 150

Answer 2

Answer:

X

132

140

144

136

148

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=700

X/n= 700/5 =140

correct answer is=140