Display Title
Definition--Measures of Central Tendency--Mean
Display Title
Mean
Topic
Statistics
Definition
The mean is a measure of central tendency that provides an average representation of a set of data.
Description
The Mean is an important concept in statistics, used to summarize data effectively.
In real-world applications, the Mean helps to interpret data distributions and is widely used in areas such as economics, social sciences, and research.
For example, if a data set consists of the values 2, 3, and 10, the mean is calculated as (2 + 3 + 10)/3 = 5.
In mathematics education, understanding mean is crucial as it lays the foundation for more advanced statistical concepts. It allows students to grasp the significance of data analysis and interpretation. In classes, students often perform exercises calculating the mean of sets, which enhances their understanding of averaging techniques.
For a complete collection of terms related to Measures of Central Tendency click on this link: Measures of Central Tendency Collection.
| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.CP.B.6, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.CP.B.7, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.CP.B.8, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.CP.B.9, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.MD.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.MD.B.5, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.MD.B.5.B, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.MD.B.6, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.MD.B.7 |
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| Grade Range | 6 - 10 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Probability and Data Analysis • Data Analysis |
| Copyright Year | 2013 |
| Keywords | data analysis, measures of central tendency, definitions, glossary term, statistics |
