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Question 949282: If the average score for Cody's last 5 tests was an83% if he wants to raise his average to 85% what score does he need to get on his 6th test? Thank you for your time and help.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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If the average score for Cody's last 5 tests was an83% if he wants to raise his average to 85% what score does he need to get on his 6th test? Thank you for your time and help.
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Average of 6 tests Equation::
(5*83 + x)/6 = 85
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415 + x = 510
x = 95 (score he needs)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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