If the sum of 20 observations is 400, what is the Arithmetic Mean? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the sum of 20 observations is 400, what is the Arithmetic Mean?
A. 10
B. 40
C. 200
D. 20
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mean = Sum of observations / Number of observations = 400 / 20 = 20.

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