Try to find the middle of a frequency table. Using a frequency table of ages, the video shows how to use a formula to determine the position of the median. The resource uses frequency tables with both even and odd numbers of data points.

Concepts

median, data analysis, data, frequency tables

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class brainstorm a method to find the median of a large set of data
• Lead a discussion on why the formula finds the median

Classroom Considerations

• Individuals should be able to find the median of a group of data

Pros

• Contains application practice problems
• Includes an answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.SP.B.5.c MP5 MP6