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Median is a form of average. Here is the first definition for average from Merriam-Webster: > a single value (such as a mean, mode, or median) that summarizes
by smnrchrds 6y ago
Median is a form of average. Here is the first definition for average from Merriam-Webster:
> a single value (such as a mean, mode, or median) that summarizes or represents the general significance of a set of unequal values
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/average https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/average
- syops 6y agoHave you ever used "average" when you meant median? Carlin is speaking in the vernacular. I've never heard anyone use "average" when they meant median.
- smnrchrds 6y agoI have. When I talk about "the average person," I usually mean median or mode. Otherwise, you end up with hilarious statements like "the average family has 1.88 cars" which does not make logical sense.