Question:
The average of the following numbers 132, 148, 156, 126, 112, 136, is:
The average of the following numbers 132, 148, 156, 126, 112, 136, is:
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To find the average of a set of numbers, add all the numbers together and divide by the total number of items.
Updated On: Feb 15, 2025
- 810
- 405
- 135
- 125
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The sum of the numbers is:
\[
132 + 148 + 156 + 126 + 112 + 136 = 810
\]
There are 6 numbers in total, so the average is:
\[
\text{Average} = \frac{810}{6} = 135
\]
Thus, the average of the numbers is 135.
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