The average weight of 15 iron bars is 1000 kg. If the heaviest iron bar...

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The average weight of 15 iron bars is 1000 kg. If the heaviest iron bar is removed, the average weight is reduced by 5 kg. Find the weight in kg of the heaviest iron bar.

A. 1170kg
B. 1270kg
C. 1070kg
D. 1370kg

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Total weight = 15 × 1000 = 15000 kg.

New average = 1000 - 5 = 995 kg.

Total for 14 bars = 14 × 995 = 13930 kg.

Heaviest = 15000 - 13930 = 1070 kg.

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