Date of Award
7-2025
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Math and Computer Science
Program
Mathematics (MS)
First Advisor/Chairperson
Daniel Rowe
Abstract
In this paper, I discuss the different types of means and how or when they would be applied. The four means include arithmetic, geometric, harmonic, and the root mean square. I go over real life examples and show the calculations of each. Along with the four means, I also found that the equation for half of the harmonic mean can also be applicable in some real life problems. Using the inverse pythagorean theorem, I found the value of a line segment shown in the geometric representation, but did not conclude how it could be applicable in finding the mean of something. This paper coincides with my project where I made a poster titled "What Mean Do You Mean?" and on the poster I included the geometric representation of all of the different means on a half circle and also real life examples. My goal was to make it more apparent when to use which mean when finding the average of scores, miles per hour on a road trip, and so on.
Recommended Citation
Juidici, Shelby L., "What Mean Do You Mean?" (2025). All NMU Master's Theses. 893.
https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/893
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