pdf Word Problems - Finding The Mean And Median

This worksheet provides applied practice with mean and median through multi-step word problems grounded in real-world scenarios. Students analyze data involving mousetrap car distances, employee salaries, daily temperatures, and science test scores to calculate and compare measures of center.

Each problem requires more than simple computation. Students must determine whether the mean or median is more appropriate in context, compare the difference between the two measures, and interpret how extreme values influence results. In the salary scenario, students calculate both the median and mean to determine how a company might set compensation. In the test score problem, students evaluate which measure better represents the “middle” of a skewed distribution.

By embedding statistical calculations in meaningful contexts, this resource strengthens both procedural fluency and conceptual understanding of when to use mean versus median. It works well as independent practice, review, homework, or formative assessment within a statistics and data analysis unit.

Skills Assessed

• Calculating mean and median

• Comparing measures of center

• Interpreting mean and median in context

• Analyzing the effect of extreme values

• Solving multi-step statistical word problems

Details

• 2 pages

• Answer key included

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