Mixed Mean and Range: Step-by-Step Example
23 October 2026
Mixed questions in 11+ maths often ask children to find both the mean (average) and the range from a set of numbers. Understanding how to work out each part step by step helps your child feel confident with these types of questions.
Worked example
Here are five numbers: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12.
Step 1: Find the mean (average).
Add all the numbers: 4 + 6 + 8 + 10 + 12 = 40
Divide by how many numbers there are: 40 ÷ 5 = 8
The mean is 8.
Step 2: Find the range.
Biggest number minus smallest number: 12 - 4 = 8
The range is 8.
Key insight: Both mean and range can be the same number, but they measure different things.
The correct answers are: mean = 8, range = 8.
| Number |
|---|
| 4 |
| 6 |
| 8 |
| 10 |
| 12 |
After seeing this example, your child will know how to find the mean and the range in the same question. They can now spot what each part is asking and practise similar questions to build their skills.
