The average of 35 numbers is 25. If each number is multiplied by 5, find the new average?
Choices:
A) 125
B) 189
C) 297
D) 267
E) 298

Rationale: "sum of the 35 numbers = 35 * 25 = 875 if each number is multiplied by 5 , the sum also gets multiplied by 5 and the average also gets multiplied by 5 . thus , the new average = 25 * 5 = 125 . answer : a"
Answer: A