How do I recognize geometric/arithmetic sequences used in real world situations?

The average of 5 distinct scores has the same value as the median of the 5 scores. the sum of the 5 scores is 420. what is the sum of the 4 scores that are not the median? * explain how you found the answer * a) 315 b) 320 c) 336 d) 350 e) 360

Find the average rate of change for f(x) = x2 − 3x − 10 from x = −5 to x = 10.

33% of college students say they use credit cards because of the rewards program. you randomly select 10 college students and ask each to name the reason he or she uses credit cards. find the probability that the number of college students who say they use credit cards because of the rewards program is (a) exactly two, (b) more than two, and (c) between two and five inclusive. if convenient, use technology to find the probabilities.