Solve the problem.
-Claire has received scores of 85, 88, 87, and 85 on her algebra tests. What score must she receive on the fifth test to have an overall test score average of at least 88?
A)94 or greater
B)93 or greater
C)95 or greater
D)96 or greater

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the score needed on the fifth test, calculate the total score required for an average of 88 over five tests: 88 * 5 = 440. The sum of the first four scores is 85 + 88 + 87 + 85 = 345. Therefore, the fifth score must be at least 440 - 345 = 95.

Solve the Problem. -Claire Has Received Scores of 85, 88, 87, and 85