Display Title
Definition--Rationals and Radicals--Geometric Mean
Display Title
Definition--Rationals and Radicals--Geometric Mean
Geometric Mean
Topic
Rationals and Radicals
Definition
The geometric mean of two numbers is the square root of their product.
Description
The geometric mean is an example of using radical expressions to solve a problem. It provides a measure of central tendency that is particularly useful in situations where the numbers are multiplied together rather than added.
In geometry, the geometric mean appears in various theorems and constructions. It is also used in finance and statistics to calculate average growth rates and to compare different sets of data.
For a complete collection of terms related to polynomials click on this link: Rationals and Radicals Collection
| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSA.REI.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSN.RN.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.C.7 |
|---|---|
| Grade Range | 8 - 12 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Radical Expressions and Functions • Radical Expressions |
| Copyright Year | 2022 |
| Keywords | radicals, radical expressions, rational numbers, rational expressions, definitions, glossary term, rational functions |
