Mean, Average, and Distribution Problems

This video tutorial covers the concept of mean as a fair share, explaining how it represents equal distribution. It includes activities and examples such as distributing numbers to achieve a mean, equalizing kittens in crates, balancing work hours among servers, and calculating average bus ride times. The tutorial also provides homework exercises to reinforce the understanding of mean and its applications.

What is the mean often referred to as in terms of distribution?

• A fair share

• A mode

• A random guess

• A median

In the activity, what is the target value for the expression using digits 0-9?

• Four

• Twenty

• Ten

• Sixteen

How many kittens are initially placed in the five crates?

• 25

• 15

• 20

• 10

What is the total number of kittens in the room with six crates?

• 30

• 24

• 12

• 18

How many hours did server C originally work?

• 7

• 6

• 3

• 11

What is the mean time for May's bus rides to school?

• 7.5 minutes

• 8.5 minutes

• 10.5 minutes

• 9.5 minutes

Which data set is likely to have a mean of 11?

• Set D

• Set A

• Set C

• Set B

What is the total number of blocks in the preschool teacher's boxes?

• 90

• 80

• 110

• 100

What is the average number of strokes per hole in mini-golf?

• 5

• 2

• 3

• 4

How much money does each class receive after sharing equally?

• $39.50

• $41.50

• $37.50

• $35.50