Question 41
Measures of Central TendencyThe table shows the heights of thirty-seven players of a basketball team. Calculate, correct to one decimal place, the mean height of the players.
Height (cm): 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165
No of Players: 4, 6, 3, 7, 8, 9
- A.163.0
- B.162.0
- C.160.0
- D.165.0
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (163.0)
Explanation
Σfx = 640 + 966 + 486 + 1141 + 1312 + 1485 = 6030. Mean = 6030 ÷ 37 ≈ 162.97, which is 163.0.