Elitmus Exam Numerical Ability Averages

the average marks obtained by 40 students of a class is 86.if the 5 highest marks are removed,the average reduces by one mark.the average marks of the top 5 students is

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total marks=40*86=3440
let avg marks of 5 student is x;
so,
5*x + (35*85)=3440
5x=3440-2975
x=465/5
x=93;
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