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CourseStatistics: Mean, Median, Mode
Get started with the most popular summary statistics: mean, median, and mode.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 3 hoursCertificate of completion
Included with paid plansPrerequisites
None
About this course
You will learn how, why, and when to apply the 3 most popular measures of central tendency: mean, median, and mode. You’ll learn what types of data are most appropriate for each measure, and how each measure can affect your results.
Skills you'll gain
Calculate the mean, median, and mode of a dataset
Explain what each measure means
Decide how to handle outliers.
Syllabus
Mean, Median, and Mode
Learn to use Python packages or manually calculate the mean, median, and mode of real-world datasets.
The platform
Hands-on learning
Don’t just watch or read about someone else coding — write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI-driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.
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Guided projects that help you solidify the skills and concepts you're learning.Assessments
Auto-graded quizzes and immediate feedback help you reinforce your skills as you learn.Certificate of Completion
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