Explain how to calcluate the mean of a set of data including a value of zero
I can explain how to calculate the mean of a set of data including a value of zero
Explain how to calcluate the mean of a set of data including a value of zero
I can explain how to calculate the mean of a set of data including a value of zero
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Key learning points
- The mean value of a set of data is the total of the numbers divided by how many numbers there are.
- If a value in the set is zero it is still included in the calculation of the mean.
Keywords
Mean average - The mean average is a single number expressing the typical value in a set of data. It is calculated by finding the total of the set of data and dividing by how many values there are.
Set of data - A set of data is a collection of facts, such as numbers, words, measurements, observations or even just descriptions of things.
Common misconception
Some pupils may think that zero values do not need to be included when dividing by how many values there are in the set of data.
Show that even if a value is zero, it is still a value in the set of data. It doesn't affect the total of the set but does need to be included in the total number of values in the set.
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