Question

The median of the following data 25, 34, 31, 23, 22, 26, 35, 29, 20, 32 is:

• A. 22.5
• B. 29.5
• C. 30.5
• D. 27.5

Hint:

To find the median of an even set of data, take the average of the two middle numbers after arranging the data in ascending order.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To calculate the median, begin by sorting the data in ascending order: \[ 20, 22, 23, 25, 26, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35 \] As there are 10 data points (an even quantity), the median is the average of the 5th and 6th values: \[ \text{Median} = \frac{26 + 29}{2} = \frac{55}{2} = 27.5 \] Therefore, the answer is \( 27.5 \).