A batsman in his 17th innings makes a score of 80, and thereby increases his average by 2. What is his average after the 17th innings? He had never been ’not out’.
Select the correct option:
A) 48	B) 37	C) 39	D) 43	E) 42

Rationale: "average score before 17 th innings = 80 - 2 × 17 = 46 average score after 17 th innings = > 46 + 2 = 48 answer : a"
Answer: A