Harmonic mean
Harmonic mean: use observations. Review the formula, worked example and calculation steps.
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Formula & explanation
HM = n / Σ(1/x)
Variables & units
- Observations
- comma separated
Worked example
For 3 and 6, the harmonic mean is 4.
Assumptions
The harmonic mean is useful for rates with equal numerator quantities, such as equal distances.
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