{"id":62228,"date":"2026-03-03T19:03:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T13:33:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=62228"},"modified":"2026-03-03T19:04:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T13:34:53","slug":"tricks-average-rrb-ntpc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/","title":{"rendered":"Concept and Tricks for Average in RRB NTPC Exam, Check Details"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#What_is_Average\" >What is Average?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#What_are_the_types_of_averages_commonly_asked_in_RRB_NTPC_Exam\" >What are the types of averages commonly asked in RRB NTPC Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#What_are_the_tricks_for_average_in_RRB_NTPC_Exam\" >What are the tricks for average in RRB NTPC Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#What_are_the_common_types_of_average_questions_in_RRB_NTPC\" >What are the common types of average questions in RRB NTPC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#What_is_the_right_approach_for_solving_Average_Problems_in_RRB_NTPC\" >What is the right approach for solving Average Problems in RRB NTPC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/tricks-average-rrb-ntpc\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The RRB NTPC Exam is a highly competitive examination that requires candidates to have a strong grasp of quantitative aptitude. One of the most frequently tested topics in the Mathematics section is Average. Understanding the concept of average and mastering effective tricks for average can save precious time and boost your accuracy in the exam. This article provides an in-depth analysis of averages, key concepts, formulas, shortcuts, and more for the applicants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-mock-test\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free RRB NTPC Mock test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-average\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Average\"><\/span>What is Average?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In simple terms, the average represents the central value of a set of numbers. It is the value that reflects the overall &#8220;typical&#8221; performance of a group. The most common type of average used in exams is the arithmetic mean. The formula is: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Average = Sum of Observations\/Number of Observations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-types-of-averages-commonly-asked-in-rrb-ntpc-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_types_of_averages_commonly_asked_in_RRB_NTPC_Exam\"><\/span>What are the types of averages commonly asked in RRB NTPC Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The types of averages in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-syllabus\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RRB NTPC Syllabus<\/strong><\/a> include arithmetic mean, weighted average, combined average, moving average, and more. Check out the details given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Average<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><br><strong>Example<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Arithmetic Mean<\/td><td>Sum of observations divided by the total number<\/td><td>(40+50+60) \/3 = 50 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weighted Average<\/td><td>When some observations have more importance (weight) than others<\/td><td>Marks in subjects with different credits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Combined Average<\/td><td>Average of two or more groups combined<\/td><td>Average of two classes of students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moving Average<\/td><td>Average of a subset of data over time<\/td><td>Used in time-based performance analysis<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/railway-rrb-ntpc\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore RRB NTPC Courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-concepts-of-rrb-ntpc\">Important Concepts of RRB NTPC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before jumping to shortcuts, it\u2019s crucial to understand key concepts. Check out the details given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238990\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-tricks-for-average-in-rrb-ntpc-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_tricks_for_average_in_RRB_NTPC_Exam\"><\/span>What are the tricks for average in RRB NTPC Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The different tricks for average in RRB NTPC exam include shortcuts for the combined average, use of the deviation method, and more. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortcut for Combined Average<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When two groups are combined:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Find total sum of both groups using Sum = Average \u00d7 Number of Observations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Add sums and divide by total number of observations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br>Group A: 20 students, average 50<br>Group B: 30 students, average 60<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"76\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238991\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use of Deviation Method<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When numbers are close to a base value, deviation method saves time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"490\" height=\"74\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238992\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Trick for Missing Observation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If average before and after adding\/removing a number is given, missing number can be calculated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"718\" height=\"58\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238993\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Weighted Average for Exams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weighted average often appears in questions involving marks or performance with different weightages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br>Physics = 80 marks (weight 2)<br>Math = 90 marks (weight 3)<br>Chemistry = 70 marks (weight 1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weighted average =<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"77\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-4.png 799w, https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-4-768x74.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Increment\/Decrement Trick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If all numbers increased by &#8216;x&#8217;, average also increases by &#8216;x&#8217;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If all numbers decreased by &#8216;x&#8217;, average also decreases by &#8216;x&#8217;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br>Average of 5 numbers = 20. All numbers increased by 3 \u2192 New Average = 23<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Using Ratios to Simplify Problems<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes averages can be solved faster using ratios instead of calculating sums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br>Average marks of boys = 60, girls = 40, number of boys:girls = 3:2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"663\" height=\"73\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238995\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-common-types-of-average-questions-in-rrb-ntpc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_common_types_of_average_questions_in_RRB_NTPC\"><\/span>What are the common types of average questions in RRB NTPC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The common types of average questions include finding the average of given numbers, finding missing numbers, and more. Check out the table below to know the commonly asked type in the NTPC exam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Trick\/Formula<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find the combined average of 2 groups<\/td><td>Use direct sum \u00f7 total numbers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find combined average of 2 groups<\/td><td>Find the average of given numbers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Missing number in series<\/td><td>Use relation: Sum = Average \u00d7 Number<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Increase\/decrease problem<\/td><td>Use the weighted sum method<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weighted average<\/td><td>Multiply each value by its weight, divide by total weight<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Numbers close to base<\/td><td>Apply the increment\/decrement trick<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt RRB NTPC PYPs Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-right-approach-for-solving-average-problems-in-rrb-ntpc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_right_approach_for_solving_Average_Problems_in_RRB_NTPC\"><\/span>What is the right approach for solving Average Problems in RRB NTPC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The right approach for solving average problems in the RRB NTPC exam should start from reading the questions carefully and determining their types. Given below are the details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Read the question carefully<\/strong> \u2013 Identify if it\u2019s simple, combined, weighted, or missing number type<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Determine the type<\/strong> \u2013 Select the correct formula or trick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calculate sum quickly<\/strong> \u2013 Use base or weight wherever applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply shortcuts<\/strong> \u2013 Use the deviation or increment\/decrement trick for speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check for errors<\/strong> \u2013 Cross-verify with the estimated average to avoid silly mistakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-time-saving-tips-for-rrb-ntpc-exam\">Time-Saving Tips for RRB NTPC Exam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We have given below some time-saving tips to solve the average problems for RRB NTPC exam. Check them out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Memorise formulas for combined average, weighted average, and missing number problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always look for numbers near a common base \u2192 Use the deviation method<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use approximation for large numbers to verify the answer quickly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice previous year questions \u2192 Most average questions follow a pattern<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid calculating large sums directly if shortcuts are applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-ntpc-pyps\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download RRB NTPC Previous Year Question Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772544221071\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. What is the best way to calculate averages quickly for RRB NTPC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The quickest way is to use shortcuts and tricks such as the deviation method, weighted average formulas, and increment\/decrement techniques. Memorising formulas for combined average and using base values for numbers close to each other can save significant time.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772544359684\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. How do I solve combined average problems efficiently?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">For combined average, calculate the total sum of each group using Sum = Average \u00d7 Number, then add the sums and divide by the total number of observations. Using this method avoids calculating each number individually.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772544378794\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Can weighted average questions appear in RRB NTPC exams?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Weighted average questions are common, especially when marks or performances have different importance or weightage.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772544395800\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. How do I find a missing number if the average changes?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Use the formula:<br\/>Missing\u00a0Number = (New\u00a0Average\u00d7New\u00a0Total) \u2212 Sum\u00a0of\u00a0Other\u00a0Observations<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772544422228\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. Which trick is most useful for numbers close to a base value?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The deviation method is extremely useful. Choose a base close to the numbers, calculate deviations, sum them up, and then adjust the base with the average deviation. 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