alleryThe same grouped data use A=20 or A=30 in the assumed-mean method. Result?
AIt differs by ten
BIt equals A each time
CIt doubles at A=30
DThe mean is unchanged
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. The mean is unchanged
The deviations compensate for the chosen assumed mean, leaving the actual mean unchanged.
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