How to Average a List of Numbers

There are many reasons that you may need to find the average of a list of numbers. You can use an average to figure out a grade in school, or how much you spend on average a week on gas. Averaging numbers is important in many ways. Use these simple steps to find the average of a list of numbers.

Things You'll Need

• 1 list of numbers
• 1 pad of paper
• 1 pencil
• 1 calculator

Instructions

It's Time to Find the Average

1. Count how many numbers are in the list of numbers that you need to find the average of. Write this number on the piece of paper.

2. Add up the list of numbers that you will be finding the average of. To make this easier, you can use a calculator. If you do not have a calculator use the pencil and paper to add the numbers up.

3. Take the total of the numbers that you want to average and divide by the number that you came up with in step 1. Use the calculator to make this step easy for you. The number you come up with is the average of the numbers.

Tips & Warnings

• Finding the average of a list of numbers can help you keep your finances in check. Just list how much money you spend on something and average it to be able to make a budget for yourself.

• Double check your math when you average out a list of numbers. Run the math at least twice to make sure your math is correct.