SOLUTION: Stephanie's average after 9 tests is 86. The class is told that their lower test result will be dropped. Stephanie drops her 62. What is her new average?

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Question 961564: Stephanie's average after 9 tests is 86. The class is told that their lower test result will be dropped. Stephanie drops her 62. What is her new average?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Stephanie's average after 9 tests is 86. The class is told that their lower test result will be dropped. Stephanie drops her 62. What is her new average?
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Equation:
New Average = (9*86 + 62)/10 = 836/10 = 83.6
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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