Generate Summary Statistics Using the pandas Python Package

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Generate Summary Statistics Using the pandas Python Package

In this lab, we will load a CSV file into a pandas DataFrame. Once loaded, we will use the `mean()` function to determine the average age of men versus women workers from the provided dataset. Basic Python programming skills will be required for this lab. If you need a refresher, check out the following course: - [Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification](https://acloud.guru/overview/8169e8e7-91a7-4d92-b278-4dd08c787dc6)

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Lab Info

Level

Intermediate

Last updated

Sep 06, 2025

Duration

30m

Challenge

Load the CSV File

Load the provided CSV file into a pandas DataFrame object.
Challenge

Confirm the Data

Confirm the data was loaded by viewing general information about the data.
Challenge

Find the Average Age of Male vs. Female Workers

Using the mean() function find the average age and group by the workers' sex.

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