SOLUTION: Larry's average (arithmetic mean) score on the first four of five tests is 88. If Larry wants to raise his average by 2 points, what score must he earn on his fifth test? Thanks

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Question 463419: Larry's average (arithmetic mean) score on the first four of five tests is 88. If Larry wants to raise his average by 2 points, what score must he earn on his fifth test?
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Answer by alicealc(293) About Me  (Show Source):
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(4*88 + x)/5 = 88 + 2
(352 + x)/5 = 90
352 + x = 90 * 5
352 + x = 450
x = 450 - 352 = 98

so, for the fifth test, he must earn 98