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What is the value of x so that the mean is 5. 7, x, 5, 3, 2

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Answer:

8

Explanation:

The 'mean' is the same as the 'average'

( 7 + x + 5 + 3 + 2) / 5 = 5

7+x+5+3+2 = 25

x = 8

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