0The median in statistics represents the middle value of a dataset when arranged in ascending or descending order. For an odd number of data points, the median is the middle value. For an even number, it's the average of the two middle values. In JEE Main statistics, understanding the median is crucial for solving problems related to central tendency and data analysis.
Finding the Median:
- Order the data: Arrange the dataset in either ascending or descending order.
- Odd number of data points: If the number of data points (n) is odd, the median is the value at the (n+1)/2 position.
- Even number of data points: If the number of data points (n) is even, the median is the average of the values at the n/2 and (n/2 + 1) positions
