A batsman makes a score of 66 runs in the 17th inning and thus increases his averages by 3. What is his average after 17th inning? Choices:  A) 25  B) 31  C) 27  D) 29  E) 18

Rationale: "let the average after 17 innings = x total runs scored in 17 innings = 17 x average after 16 innings = ( x - 3 ) total runs scored in 16 innings = 16 ( x - 3 ) total runs scored in 16 innings + 66 = total runs scored in 17 innings = > 16 ( x - 3 ) + 66 = 17 x = > 16 x - 48 + 66 = 17 x = > x = 18 answer is e ."
Answer: E