Explain how to use the mean to make comparisons between two sets of data
I can explain how to use the mean to make comparisons between two sets of information
Explain how to use the mean to make comparisons between two sets of data
I can explain how to use the mean to make comparisons between two sets of information
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Key learning points
- The mean value can be used to compare two different sets of data.
- The mean is a single value which can represent a set of data.
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 collection of facts, such as numbers, words, measurements, observations or even just descriptions of things.
Common misconception
The mean average is used to compare different sets of data. Much of the data we see in the media uses mean average values so it is important to know how these figures are calculated.
Discuss what the mean average of a set of data represents and perhaps look at current news stories or local papers for examples of the mean average used in the media.
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