What Term Refers to the Arithmetic Average of a Series

question 27

Multiple Choice

What term refers to the arithmetic average of a series of numbers?

• A)the mean
• B)the mode
• C)the median
• D)the correlation

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Definitions:

Effective Interest Rate

The real rate of interest earned or paid on a loan or investment over a period, taking into account the effect of compounding.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds, considered a non-operating expense on the income statement.

Contract Rate

The specific interest rate established in a lending or financial agreement, often determining the amount of interest a borrower will pay over the term of a contract.

Present Value

Today's monetary value of a forthcoming sum or series of cash flows, after considering a specified rate of return.