The difference between the largest and smallest data values is the _____.
A) variance
B) interquartile range
C) range
D) coefficient of variation

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The range is defined as the difference between the largest and smallest data values. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A (variance) and D (coefficient of variation) are measures of variability, but they are not specifically based on the largest and smallest data values. Option B (interquartile range) is based on the middle 50% of the data and not the full range of values.

The Difference Between the Largest and Smallest Data Values Is