Question

the following table shows the number of hits (h), number of at - bats (ab), and batting average (avg = h/ab) for major leaguers derek jeter and david justice in 1995 and 1996. complete parts a through d.

a. which player had the higher batting average in both 1995 and 1996?

derek jeter

david justice

Explanation:

Step1: Compare 1995 batting averages

Compare Jeter's \(0.250\) and Justice's \(0.253\) in 1995. Since \(0.253>0.250\).

Step2: Compare 1996 batting averages

Compare Jeter's \(0.314\) and Justice's \(0.321\) in 1996. Since \(0.321 > 0.314\).

Answer:

David Justice