Mean vs median
The mean adds everything and divides by the count. The median sorts the values and picks the middle. Median is often better when one value is unusually high or low.
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Average Calculator
Calculate the sum, mean, median, minimum, and maximum for a simple set of five numbers.
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About this calculator.
Small-set math
This calculator is intentionally simple: five visible fields, no table management. It is useful for quick grade, score, and measurement checks.
FAQ
Questions people usually have.
Can I average fewer than five values?
For now, use all five fields. If you only have fewer values, repeat one value only if that is mathematically intended; otherwise a future variable-row version would be better.
Does order matter?
No. The average and sum ignore order, and the median sorts the numbers before choosing the middle value.
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