Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Averages and measures of spread

Averages and measures of spread — practice question

Daryl has noted the number of hours per week spent exercising by 8 people. 5 2 1.5 3 18 4.5 2 4

(a)[2]

Calculate the median.

(b)[1]

Explain why the mean may not be a suitable average to use.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 3-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Median $= 3.5$” …