Question

A batsman was having 32 runs per innings as his average after 15^th innings. His average increased by 2 runs after 16^th inning. Then what was his score in the 16^th inning?

• A. 64
• B. 60
• C. 46
• D. 62

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To determine the score in the 16^th inning, follow these logical steps: 

1. Calculate the total runs after the 15^th innings. Given that the average is 32 runs, the total runs scored is:
   Total runs = 15 innings × 32 runs/innings = 480 runs
2. After the 16^th inning, the average increased to 34 runs. Compute the new total runs:
   New total runs = 16 innings × 34 runs/innings = 544 runs
3. The score in the 16^th inning is the difference between the new total and the previous total:
   Score in 16^th inning = 544 runs - 480 runs = 64 runs
4. Thus, the score in the 16^th inning is 64.