Average Quiz

Average Quiz problems appear straightforward but sometimes hold hidden twists. In the 1950s, a statistician asked a group of people whether they thought they were an above-average driver. About 90% said yes. Mathematically, that can’t be true, only half can be above average! This simple example shows how averages can be misunderstood even in daily life. Through a series of carefully chosen questions, from basic to weighted averages, this quiz will walk you through familiar yet thought-provoking scenarios. Whether its weights, temperatures, or ages, you’ll sharpen your number sense while uncovering how averages behave across situations. It’s not just about finding the answer; it’s about training your brain to think clearly.

Sample Questions from This Quiz

1. The average age of 4 children is 12 years. A fifth child joins, and the new average becomes 13 years. What is the age of the new child?
2. A class of 20 students has average height of 150 cm. After 5 new students join with average 160 cm, the new class average is?
3. The average temperature over 4 days is 25°C. If first 3 days average 24°C, the temperature on the 4th day is?
4. If average of 5 consecutive numbers is 11, then the largest is?
5. A person travels 60 km at 30 km/h and returns at 60 km/h. What is average speed?

Try the full quiz and see how many of these you can answer!

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