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counting and probability junior
Problem
A fifth number, , is added to the set to make the mean of the set of five numbers equal to its median. The number of possible values of is
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Solution
The possible medians after is added are , , or . Now we use casework. Case 1: The median is In this case, and so this case contributes . Case 2: The median is We have and so this case also contributes . Case 3: The median is We have and so this case adds . In all there are possible values of .
Final answer
C