The average of five numbers is 18. The average of first two numbers is 14 and the average of last two numbers is 19. What is the middle number?
Options:
(A) 24
(B) 27
(C) 29
(D) 32
(E) 34 Now, let's think a bit. Some random thoughts:
The total of seven numbers = 5X18 = 90
The total of first 2 and last 2 numbers is = 2 X 14+2 X 19 = 66
So, the middle number is (90 - 66 ) = 24
The final answer: (A).