The arithmetic mean of three numbers is 3.2. The arithmetic mean of two numbers is 2.85. Find the third number.

We know that the arithmetic mean of three numbers is 3.2, therefore, their sum is:

3.2 * 3 = 9.6.

We know that the arithmetic mean of two numbers is 2.85, therefore, their sum is:

2.85 * 2 = 5.7.

If we find the difference between the sum of three numbers and the sum of two numbers, then we will find what the third number is equal to:

9.6 – 5.7 = 3.9.

Answer: 3.9.



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