A batsman in his 17th innings makes a score of 85, and thereby increases his average by 3. What is his average after the 17th innings? He had never been ’not out’. Options.
A) 47
B) 37
C) 39
D) 43
E) 42

Rationale: average score before 17 th innings = 85 - 3 × 17 = 34 average score after 17 th innings = > 34 + 3 = 37 answer : b
Answer: B