average

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Placing an infant in an early childhood or day care center can cost parents annually an average of $15,000.

From Salon

The S&P 500 on Thursday snapped a 214-session run over its 200-day moving average — but an examination of the data finds dipping below isn’t necessarily so terrible.

From MarketWatch

He has not relinquished any impact on the game, averaging 20.4 points over the last five games while shooting 64.6% from the field.

From Los Angeles Times

High pressure lying over the UK means that above average temperatures and spring sunshine will continue for the next few days.

From BBC

Participants ranged in age from 35 to 84, with an average age of 58, and 36 percent were women.

From Science Daily