A batsman in his 17th innings makes a score of 85 and their by increasing his average by 3. What is his average after the 17th innings ?

A batsman in his 17th innings makes a score of 85 and their by increasing his average by 3. What is his average after the 17th innings ?

A 34

B 36

C 31

D 37

Solution

Correct Answer: Option D

16x + 85 = 17(x + 3)

x = 34 + 3 = 37