SOLUTION: Antonio's first four test scores were 85, 92, 91, and 80. What must the score on his next test be in order for him to have an 88 test average?

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Question 1107371: Antonio's first four test scores were 85, 92, 91, and 80. What must the score on his next test be in order for him to have an 88 test average?
Answer by ikleyn(52800) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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%2885+%2B+92+%2B+91+%2B+90+%2B+x%29%2F5 = 88.


Solve for x.


I do not explain why it is so, because I think the formula itself displays it.

You only need to read it.

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