Monthly snowfall (in inches) was measured over several winters in Fort Collins, Colorado. Researchers also recorded whether the measurement was taken in the Early winter (September to December) or Late winter (January to June). Boxplots displaying the distribution of monthly snowfall for each season are below.
-Which season has the larger inter-quartile range (IQR) of monthly snowfall?
A) Early
B) Late
C) The two inter-quartile ranges are approximately equal.
D) The plot does not provide enough information to determine which inter-quartile range is larger.

Question

Monthly snowfall (in inches) was measured over several winters in Fort Collins, Colorado. Researchers also recorded whether the measurement was taken in the Early winter (September to December) or Late winter (January to June). Boxplots displaying the distribution of monthly snowfall for each season are below. 
-Which season has the larger inter-quartile range (IQR) of monthly snowfall?
A) Early 
B) Late 
C) The two inter-quartile ranges are approximately equal. 
D) The plot does not provide enough information to determine which inter-quartile range is larger.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Answer is B

Monthly Snowfall (In Inches) Was Measured Over Several Winters in Fort