Question

the median of 5, 7, 2, 9, 8 is: 1 point 5 7 8 6

Explanation:

Step1: Sort the numbers

Arrange 5,7,2,9,8 in order: 2,5,7,8,9

Step2: Find the middle number

Total numbers = 5 (odd), so middle position is $\frac{5+1}{2}=3$rd term. The 3rd term is 7.

Answer:

B. 7