Problem Solving Approach to Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers
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Chapter 8.2A, Problem 12A
The sum of three consecutive terms in the arithmetic sequence
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A. Calculate the Measures of Central Tendency using the table in point B.
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Problem Solving Approach to Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers
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