Averages from tables 2 (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards

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Averages from tables 2
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Definition of class intervals

Data grouped into ranges, not individual values

Why mean from class intervals is estimate

Don't know exact data values within intervals

What is modal class interval

Class interval with highest frequency

How to find modal class interval

Find highest frequency in frequency column

What is median class interval

Class interval containing the median value

Formula for median position

(n+1)÷2(n + 1) \div 2

Method to estimate mean from grouped data

Mid-point method

Formula for mid-point of class interval

(lowest+highest)÷2(lowest + highest) \div 2

What is f×xf \times x

Frequency multiplied by mid-point

Estimated mean formula (grouped data)

Total f×xTotal frequency\frac{\text{Total } f \times x}{\text{Total frequency}}

Why mid-point method gives estimate

Assumes all values equal mid-point, may not be true

How to label answers from grouped data

As an estimate

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