A dataset includes the point 34.6. The mean of the set is 32.1. What is the absolute deviation for this data point? Round the answer to the nearest tenth.(1 point)
Responses
2.5
2.5
34.6
34.6
32.1
32.1
−2.5
The absolute deviation for this data point is 2.5.
To find the absolute deviation for a data point, you need to subtract the mean of the set from the data point. In this case:
Absolute deviation = |34.6 - 32.1|
Absolute deviation = |2.5|
The absolute deviation for this data point is 2.5.