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# average

average() function is the Standard function available in 200OK.

**Description** : The average function computes the average of provided numerical values.

**Syntax** : fx\_average()

**Example** : fx\_average(1, 2, 3, 6) results in the output 3.

Here we go with simple scenario using the above function.

**Scenario** : The HR department of a company aims to determine the average salary of employees across various departments to assess overall compensation structures and make informed decisions regarding salary adjustments and benefits packages.

**Request Side** : 

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**Response Side** :&#x20;

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