Find the mean for the given sample data.
-Six college students spent $150.79, $189.07, $294.93, $206.37, $297.05, and $292.43 respectively for books. Compute the mean amount spent. Round your answer to the nearest cent.
A) $274.13
B) $286.13
C) $238.44
D) $357.66

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To find the mean amount spent, add all the amounts together and then divide by the number of students. The total amount spent is $150.79 + $189.07 + $294.93 + $206.37 + $297.05 + $292.43 = $1430.64. Dividing this total by the number of students (6) gives a mean of $1430.64 / 6 = $238.44.

Find the Mean for the Given Sample Data