The Normal Monthly Precipitation (In Inches) for August Is Listed

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Multiple Choice

The normal monthly precipitation (in inches) for August is listed for 20 different U.S. cities. Find the mean monthly precipitation. $$\begin{array} { l l l l l } 3.5 & 1.6 & 2.4 & 3.7 & 4.1 \\3.9 & 1.0 & 3.6 & 4.2 & 3.4 \\3.7 & 2.2 & 1.5 & 4.2 & 3.4 \\2.7 & 0.4 & 3.7 & 2.0 & 3.6\end{array}$$

• A) 3.27 in.
• B) 2.80 in.
• C) 3.09 in.
• D) 2.94 in.

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