Mean Monthly Car Accidents: Analyzing Data from January to December

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SUMMARY

The mean number of car accidents per month for the entire year, calculated from the data provided, is 675. From January to September, the mean was 630 accidents per month, while from October to December, the mean rose to 810 accidents per month. The calculation combines the total accidents from both periods and divides by the total months, confirming the result as accurate and straightforward.

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Homework Statement



From January to September, the mean number of car accidents per month was 630. from Oct - Dec the mean was 810 accidents per month.

What was the mean number of car accidents per month for the whole year?



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The Attempt at a Solution



(630)(9) + (810)(3) = 675
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