Question

In the paper drive, 4 boys brought old papers to school as follows: Fred, 30 pounds; Albert, 40 pounds; Henry, 10 pounds; and Peter, 40 pounds. What was the average number of pounds they brought?
A: 25 pounds
B: 30 pounds
C: 35 pounds
D: 40 pounds
E: none of the above

Answer 1

B: 30 pounds is the correct answer

Answer 2

Answer:

The average number of pounds they bought was 30 pounds.

Step-by-step explanation:

we know that

To find out the average number of pounds, add the total number of pounds for each boy and then divide by the number of boys.

so

therefore

The average number of pounds they bought was 30 pounds.