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  1. The average of 11 numbers is 36, whereas average of 9 of them is 34. If the remaining two numbers are in the ratio of 2 : 3, find the value of the smaller number (between remaining two numbers).
    1. 45
    2. 48
    3. 54
    4. 36
Correct Option: D

According to the question,
Sum of remaining two numbers
= 11 × 36 – 9 × 34
= 396 – 306 = 90
Ratio of the remaining two numbers = 2 : 3

∴  Smaller number =
2
× 90 = 36
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