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Trimmed mean is a statistical measure that calculates the average of a dataset after removing a specified percentage of values from both ends. It provides a more robust measure of central tendency by reducing the influence of outliers.
The calculator uses the trimmed mean formula:
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Explanation: The data is first sorted in ascending order, then a specified percentage of values is removed from both ends before calculating the mean of the remaining values.
Details: Trimmed mean is particularly useful when dealing with datasets that contain outliers or extreme values that could skew the results. It provides a more accurate representation of the central tendency in such cases.
Tips: Enter your numerical data as comma-separated values and specify the trim percentage (0-50%). The calculator will sort your data, trim the specified percentage from both ends, and calculate the mean of the remaining values.
Q1: What percentage should I trim?
A: Common trim percentages are 5%, 10%, or 20%. The choice depends on how many outliers you suspect in your data.
Q2: How does trimmed mean differ from Winsorized mean?
A: Trimmed mean removes extreme values completely, while Winsorized mean replaces them with the nearest remaining values.
Q3: When should I use trimmed mean instead of regular mean?
A: Use trimmed mean when your data contains outliers that might distort the average, or when you want a more robust measure of central tendency.
Q4: Can I trim different percentages from each end?
A: This calculator trims symmetrically (same percentage from both ends). For asymmetric trimming, specialized statistical software is needed.
Q5: What happens if the trim percentage results in non-integer number of values to remove?
A: The calculator uses floor rounding to determine the number of values to trim from each end.