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The following histogram is for the weights (lbs) of 63 male college students.(Source: idealwtmen dataset on the CD.)
-The median weight for the 63 men is approximately
A) 130 pounds.
B) 150 pounds.
C) 180 pounds.
D) 220 pounds.

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 The following histogram is for the weights (lbs) of 63 male college students.(Source: idealwtmen dataset on the CD.) 
-The median weight for the 63 men is approximately
A) 130 pounds. 
B) 150 pounds. 
C) 180 pounds. 
D) 220 pounds.

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The median is the middle value in a list of numbers. For 63 men, the median would be the weight of the 32nd person when arranged in order. Without specific weights provided, we cannot determine the exact number, but a median weight of 180 pounds for men is a reasonable estimate compared to the other options, considering average weights.

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