A batsman has a certain average of runs for 12 innings. In the 13th inning, he scores 96 runs thereby increasing his average by 5 runs. what is his average after the 13 innings ?
A
36
B
48
C
24
D
31
Correct Answer: 36
Average of 12 innings = x According to the question: (12x + 96)/13 = x + 5 x = 96 - 65 = 31. Average in 13 innings = 31 + 5 = 36 Ans: A