Question 1

Is it possible to create stem-and-leaf plots and box-and-whisker plots with the same data set? If so, give an example that could be used for both. Then explain the differences, if any, in the two different graphs.

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Question 2

A TV reporter showed this graph during a newscast and said: "The graph shows that there is a huge increase in the number of robberies from 2016 to 2017." 
  
Do you consider the reporter's statement to be a reasonable interpretation of the graph? Give an explanation to support your answer.

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Question 3

Circle graphs are difficult for children to create until they have reached the maturation level of middle school. What are some ways that elementary teachers can introduce circle graphs before that time?

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Quiz 18: Understanding and Representing Concepts of Data

Is it possible to create stem-and-leaf plots and box-and-whisker plots with the same data set? If so, give an example that could be used for both. Then explain the differences, if any, in the two different graphs.

A TV reporter showed this graph during a newscast and said: "The graph shows that there is a huge increase in the number of robberies from 2016 to 2017." Do you consider the reporter's statement to be a reasonable interpretation of the graph? Give an explanation to support your answer.

Circle graphs are difficult for children to create until they have reached the maturation level of middle school. What are some ways that elementary teachers can introduce circle graphs before that time?