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A unit ran 5 miles, 6 miles, 7 miles, 4 miles, and 8 miles over five days. What was the median daily distance?

Correct answer

6 miles

  1. A 5 miles
  2. B 6 miles
  3. C 7 miles
  4. D 8 miles

Why this is the answer

Arrange in order: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. The median (middle value) is 6 miles.
Source: ASVAB AR, Median

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