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Peter's teacher says he may have his report card percentage based on either the mean or the median and he can drop

one test score if he chooses.
84%, 71%, 64%, 90%, 75%, 44%, 98%


Which measure of center should Peter choose so he can have the highest percentage possible?
-Peter should choose the mean after dropping one test score.
-Peter should choose the mean without dropping one test score.
-Peter should choose the median after dropping one test score.
-Peter should choose the median without dropping one test score.

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Answer:

Peter should choose the mean after dropping one test score

Explanation:

I just took the test and got 100%. Sorry I cannot give a better explanation.