In the first 10 overs of a cricket game, the run rate was only 3.2. What should be the rate in the remaining 40 overs to reach the target of 282 runs?
Correct answer: A. 6.25
- A. 6.25
- B. 6.5
- C. 6.75
- D. 7
Explanation
The first 10 overs produced 10 x 3.2 = 32 runs. The remaining runs required are 282 - 32 = 250 runs, and over the remaining 40 overs the required rate is 250 / 40 = 6.25 runs per over. A student may choose 6.5 by using the target rate over all 50 overs without subtracting the runs already scored.
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