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    The average weight of 6 persons increases by 2 kg when one of them whose weight is 72 kg is replaced by a new man. The weight of the new man is:
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    The average weight of 6 persons increases by 2 kg when one of them whose weight is 72 kg is replaced by a new man. The weight of the new man is:

    A.

    74 kg

    B.

    84 kg

    C.

    104 kg

    D.

    94 kg

    Correct option is B

    Given:

    Average weight increases by 2 kg for 6 persons

    Original person's weight = 72 kg

    Solution:

    Increase in total weight = 2 × 6 = 12 kg

    New man's weight = 72 + 12 = 84 kg

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