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Which measure of center is the most appropriate for the data in Table 2 (Weight)? Give a reason for your answer.

Which measure of center is the most appropriate for the data in Table 2 (Weight)? Give-example-1

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Answer:

The mean and the median can be calculated to help you find the "center" of a data set. The mean is the best estimate for the actual data set, but the median is the best measurement when a data set contains several outliers or extreme values.

Explanation:

User Shobhit C
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mean because all of the data points are
fairly close and there aren't any outliers
(extreme values)
User Kiwi Lin
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