WAEC Economics 2017 Question 5

Question 5

Tools of Economic Analysis

If the weights of five puppies in kilograms are 3.5, 3.0, 4.2, 5.0 and 4.3, then the mean weight of the puppies is

  1. A.3.5 kg.
  2. B.4.0 kg.
  3. C.4.2 kg.
  4. D.5.0 kg.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (4.0 kg.)

Explanation

Sum = 20.0 kg; 20.0 ÷ 5 = 4.0 kg.