5 years ago , the average age of a , b , c and d was 45 years . with e joining them now , the average of all the 5 is 50 years . the age of e is ?
Choose the correct choice from the following answers: A) 50 B) 47 C) 48 D) 49 E) 46

Rationale: solution 5 years ago average age of a , b , c , d = 45 years = > 5 years ago total age of a , b , c , d = 45 x 4 = 180 years = > total present age of a , b , c , d = 180 + 5 x 4 = 200 years if e ' s present age is x years = 200 + x / 5 = 50 x = 50 years . answer a
Answer: A