Question: Removing x From Set A

Comment on Removing x From Set A

Sum1 = MN
Sum2 = (M-3) (N-1)

sum2 = MN - 3N - M + 3
Sum2 = Sum1 - 3N - M + 3

since Sum1 is greater that Sum2

Sum1 - Sum2 = 3N + M - 3
LHS gives removed value that is X

X = 21 - 3
X = 18.

I think I figured out an easier way to do this:

1) Sum = (mean)(n) --> Sum = MN
2) Sum - x = (M-3)(N-1)

Substitute 1) into 2):
MN - x = (M-3)(N-1)
MN - x = MN - M - 3N + 3
- x = - M - 3N + 3
x = M + 3 N - 3
x = (21) - 3
x = 18
greenlight-admin's picture

Perfect!

Have a question about this video?

Post your question in the Comment section below, and a GRE expert will answer it as fast as humanly possible.

Change Playback Speed

You have the option of watching the videos at various speeds (25% faster, 50% faster, etc). To change the playback speed, click the settings icon on the right side of the video status bar.

Let me Know

Have a suggestion to make the course even better? Email us today!

Free “Question of the Day” emails!