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Definition
Median; the middle value in a set of ordered data in mathematics and statistics.
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How it's used
Used primarily in academic or professional contexts involving statistics and data analysis. Unlike the average, which is sensitive to extreme outliers, the median provides a more accurate representation of the central tendency in skewed distributions. It is frequently cited in news reports regarding income levels or property prices to avoid the distortion caused by extremely high or low values.
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What is the median of this data set?
We have calculated the median.
Related words
Common phrases
calculate the median
median income
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