A student test scores are 87, 95, 76, and 88. He wants an average of 85 or better overall. What is the minimum score he must get on the last test in order to achieve that average?

Kadyn Acevedo

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2023-01-01

A student test scores are 87, 95, 76, and 88. He wants an average of 85 or better overall. What is the minimum score he must get on the last test in order to achieve that average?

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Jacquelyn Watts

Jacquelyn Watts

Beginner2023-01-02Added 12 answers

Make x the unknowable score.
87+95+76+88+x5=85
(346+x)=5(85)
346+x=425
x=425346
x=79

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