We find the mean (average) of a set of numbers.
Mean = (add all the values) ÷ (how many values). The mean of 4, 6 and 8 is (4 + 6 + 8) ÷ 3 = 18 ÷ 3 = 6.
Remember
- Mean = total ÷ number of values.
- Add first, then divide by how many.
Finding the mean (average) of a set of numbers and interpreting data — with an interactive exercise.
We find the mean (average) of a set of numbers.
Mean = (add all the values) ÷ (how many values). The mean of 4, 6 and 8 is (4 + 6 + 8) ÷ 3 = 18 ÷ 3 = 6.
Remember
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