In the first 4 overs of a T20 cricket match, the run rate was only 5.5. What should be the run rate

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In the first 4 overs of a T20 cricket match, the run rate was only 5.5. What should be the run rate in the remaining 16 overs to reach the target of 194 runs?

OPtion

1) 10.00
2) 10.25
3) 9.50
4) 10.075
5) 9.25
6) 10.50
7) 9.75
8) 11.00
9) 10.08
10) None of these

Solution

Runs scored in the first 4 overs = 5.5 × 4 = 22 Total runs = 194 Remaining runs to be scored = 194 - 22 = 172
Remaining overs = 16
Run rate needed = 172 / 16 = 10.75

Correct Option: 10 Best Solution (0)