Question

1. how is the earned run average (era) calculated in baseball?

a. (innings pitched * earned runs) / 9
b. (earned runs * 9) / innings pitched
c. (earned runs + innings pitched) / 9
d. earned runs / (innings pitched * 9)

Explanation:

Earned Run Average (ERA) in baseball is calculated by multiplying the number of earned runs by 9 and then dividing by the number of innings pitched. This formula standardizes the runs allowed over a 9 - inning game (a standard baseball game length).

Answer:

B. (Earned Runs * 9) / Innings Pitched