If the average (arithmetic mean) of 2, 7, and x is 12, what is the value of x?

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If the average (arithmetic
mean) of 2, 7, and x is 12,
what is the value of x?

Createdd asked Apr 18, 2023

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Answer: 27

Explanation:

Mean = Sum of data/Number of data = (2 + 7 + x)/3 = 12

(x+9)/3 = 12

x+9 = 36

x = 27

KevinT answered Apr 24, 2023

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