Question 5 of 15beginner🔧 ApplyNumerical1 mark

The mean of a set of data with 15 values is 134. Find the sum of the data.

Correct Answer

Given: Mean = 134, Number of values = 15

Formula: Sum = Mean × Number of values

Substitution: Sum = 134×15134 \times 15

Calculation: Sum = 2010

Answer: The sum of the data is 2010.

Exercise: Figure it Out (Section 1) | Q: 8 | (Page Page 13)
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Explanation

The chapter explains that Mean = Sum of values / Number of values. Rearranging this formula gives: Sum = Mean × Number of values.

Solution Steps

  1. Identify the given values: Mean = 134 and Number of values = 15.

  2. Use the formula: Sum = Mean × Number of values.

  3. Substitute the values into the formula: Sum = 134×15134 \times 15.

  4. Calculate the result: Sum = 2010.

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