Understanding The Median
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Beginner Explanation
The median is the middle value in an ordered list of numbers.
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Quick Quiz
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Beginner
What is the median of the data set $3, 5, 7$?
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Real-World Problem
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Intermediate
Teenager Scenario
You have a list of your test scores: $78, 85, 91, 95, 88$. Find the median score.
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Think About This
Consider a data set with even number of elements: $8, 10, 14, 18$. Find the median.
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What is the median of the data set $6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16$?
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