Choosing an average with an outlier

Choosing an average with an outlier

Secondary 2
TGM Original Questions

The distances, in km, are \(6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,40\). Which of the mean, median and mode are inappropriate as a typical distance? Explain.

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Answer:Mode and mean are inappropriate; median \(10.5\) km is most suitable.

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