Measures of Central Tendency in IB MYP Grade 2 Mathematics
Measures of Central Tendency is part of IB MYP Grade 2 Mathematics, within Statistics and Probability. At this developing stage (ages 12–13), learners work on introducing the idea of an average, calculating the mean of a simple data set and comparing mean, median and mode.
MYP Mathematics is assessed against four criteria (A: knowing and understanding, B: investigating patterns, C: communicating and D: applying mathematics in real-world contexts). Regular practice with measures of central tendency builds the knowledge and skills those criteria reward.
What learners practise
- Introducing the idea of an average
- Calculating the mean of a simple data set
- Comparing mean, median and mode
For students
Work through the worksheets, practice questions and revision resources at your own pace. Check your answers, then redo anything that felt tricky and explain each answer in your own words.
For revision
Use these resources for homework, end-of-unit revision and catching up on anything missed in class.
For teachers
Use measures of central tendency activities as a starter, homework or retrieval practice, and mix free and premium resources to differentiate.
Little and often beats cramming: ten focused questions a day will build more fluency than one long session at the weekend.
Quick answers
Who is the Measures of Central Tendency page for?
It is for IB MYP Grade 2 Mathematics learners, typically aged 12–13, and for the parents and teachers who support them.
Are measures of central tendency resources free?
Many are. Each resource shows a clear Free or price label, so you can start with the free ones and add premium resources when you need more practice.
How should I use these resources?
Pick one resource, complete it without help first, then check and correct. Repeating this little and often is more effective than one long session.