finding the average
[ˈfaɪndɪŋ ðə ˈævərɪdʒ]
verb phrase
calcular a média
1. The mathematical process of determining the mean value by adding all numbers in a set and dividing by the quantity of numbers
Finding the average of 10, 20, and 30 gives us 20.
Calcular a média de 10, 20 e 30 nos dá 20.
2. Determining a typical or middle value in a dataset for statistical analysis
The teacher is finding the average of the students' test scores.
A professora está calculando a média das notas dos alunos.
In Brazilian schools, 'tirar a média' is a common expression used by students and teachers when discussing grades and academic performance. This phrase has become deeply embedded in educational contexts and is understood universally across Brazil. In the USA, this mathematical operation is fundamental to standardized testing and GPA calculations.
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