For an even number of observations, the median is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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For an even number of observations, the median is:

A. The middle value

B. The most frequent value

C. The average of the two middle values

D. The mean of all values

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

If n is even, median = average of (n/2)th and (n/2 + 1)th ordered values.

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