The bar graph below shows the number of students by major in the College of Arts and Sciences. Answer the question.

-What is the average number of students taking Science, English, and Math? Round your answer to the nearest whole student if necessary.
A) 317 students
B) 250 students
C) 850 students
D) 188 students

Question

The bar graph below shows the number of students by major in the College of Arts and Sciences. Answer the question.
 
-What is the average number of students taking Science, English, and Math? Round your answer to the nearest whole student if necessary.
A) 317 students 
B) 250 students 
C) 850 students 
D) 188 students

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The average is calculated by adding the number of students taking Science, English, and Math and then dividing by 3. The choice that represents a reasonable average number of students is 250.

The Bar Graph Below Shows the Number of Students by Major