Context of Use of the Harmonic Average

Alain Lukoji Tshibangu

  1. Institut Supérieur Pédagogique de Mbujimayi

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Abstract

The harmonic mean is well known only by its mathematical formula and the context of its use is not known by the majority of scientists. On the other hand, for many, finding an average means calculating the arithmetic mean. In this article we will shed light on the true meaning of the average, specify the context of use of the harmonic average. We will give the necessary condition for its application and reformulate a definition which expresses its physical meaning.


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