If the mean of 5 numbers is 36 , what is the 5 th number if four of the numbers are 27 , 42, 43, and 35

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Answer:

Explanation:

To find the mean of 5 numbers, you add the 5 numbers and divide by 5.

Let the unknown number = x.

(27 + 42 + 43 + 35 + x)/5 = 36

(x + 147)/5 = 36

x + 147 = 180

x = 33

Answer: 33

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