The average weight of 12 parcels is 1.8 kg. Addition of another new parcel reduces the average weight by 50 gm. What is the weight of the new parcel ?

A. 1.50 kg

B. 1.10 kg

C. 1.15 kg

D. 1.01 kg

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Let the weight of the new parcel = x kg.
According to the question,
⇒ 12 × 1.8 + x = 13 × 1.75
⇒ 21.6 + x = 22.75
⇒ x = 1.15 kg