What is the average of a, b, c? (1) a + b + c = 30 (2) b = 12
AStatement (1) alone is sufficient; (2) is not.
BStatement (2) alone is sufficient; (1) is not.
CBoth statements together are sufficient; neither alone is.
DEach statement alone is sufficient.
EStatements together are not sufficient.
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient; (2) is not.
1. (1) avg = 30/3 = 10. Sufficient. 2. (2) alone gives one of the three.
_Source: 501-GMAT-Questions Ch DS / Manhattan Quant Bank_
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