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Averages & word problems

How to solve averages & word problems

Math & Logic

Translate a short scenario into the arithmetic that answers it.

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Example 1Difficulty 1

A player scored 8, 5, and 8 points across three games. What was the average score?

Answer: A. Here is why:

  1. Add the values: 8 + 5 + 8 = 21.
  2. Divide by 3: 21 / 3 = 7.
Example 2Difficulty 1

A shop sold 12, 20, and 16 items on three days. What was the average sold per day?

Answer: C. Here is why:

  1. Add the values: 12 + 20 + 16 = 48.
  2. Divide by 3: 48 / 3 = 16.
Example 3Difficulty 1

A commuter's trips took 16, 18, and 8 minutes over three days. What was the average time?

Answer: E. Here is why:

  1. Add the values: 16 + 18 + 8 = 42.
  2. Divide by 3: 42 / 3 = 14.