The average weight of 8 people rises by 2.5 kg when a new person takes the place of one who weighs 65 kg. What is the weight of the new person?

A. 85 kg

B. 90 kg

C. 80 kg

D. 67.5 kg

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Answer: A. 85 kg

Answer: (A) 85 kg

Shortcut: new person = person replaced + (number of people × rise) = 65 + 8 × 2.5 = 85 kg.

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