Statistics and Probability for Sixth Graders: Interactive Quizzes and Learning Resources

Question 1

Which data collection method is most suitable for gathering information about the favorite sports of students in your school?

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Survey with random sampling of students

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Interviewing every student in the school

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Observing students' behavior during physical education classes

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Collecting data from school records on students' sports participation

Question 2

When a dataset has both very low and very high values, why might the median be a better measure of central tendency than the mean?

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The median is less affected by extreme values than the mean.

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The median is found by adding all the values together and then dividing by the number of values.

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The mean is always a whole number, while the median is not.

Question 3

To show how the average temperature changes over the year, which graph would be better, a line graph or a bar graph? Explain your choice.

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Line Graph

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Bar Graph

Question 4

How does probability assist us in understanding data?

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Probability allows us to predict possible outcomes based on past data and patterns.

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Probability is used to present data in charts and graphs.

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Probability is not related to data analysis and has no role in statistics.

Question 5

As the sample size increases, according to the central limit theorem, which distribution does the distribution of sample means approach?

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Normal distribution

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Uniform distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Binomial distribution

Question 6

In a survey about favorite colors, data was collected from every student in a school. What type of data is this?

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Population, because it was collected from every student in the school.

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Sample, because it was collected from only a portion of the population.

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Could be either a population or a sample, depending on whether the school is representative of the larger population.

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Neither a population nor a sample, because it does not include information about the students' ages.

Question 7

Which type of statistical data (categorical, numerical, or ordinal) should you collect to find out the most popular ice cream flavor among students in your school?

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Categorical

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Numerical

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Ordinal

Question 8

Which of these statements about randomness is correct?

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Random events are hard to predict.

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Random events are easy to predict.

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Random events can only happen once.

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Random events follow a set pattern.

Question 9

A survey asked students about their favorite color. The results were: Red: 20%, Blue: 30%, Green: 15%, Yellow: 25%, Other: 10%. Which color was the least popular?

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Green

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 10

Which of the following is not a method used to gather information?

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Opinions

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Surveys

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Experiments

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Observations

Question 11

Which of the following measures of central tendency is most easily affected by extreme values?

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Mean

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Mode

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Median

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Range

Question 12

What measure describes how spread out a data set is?

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Range

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 13

A survey asks students to choose their favorite subject. What type of data is being collected?

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Categorical

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Quantitative

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Discrete

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Continuous

Question 14

Which graphical representation is used to show data in a two-dimensional form?

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Scatter plot

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Bar chart

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Histogram

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Pie chart

Question 15

What is the probability of rolling a number greater than 3 on a standard six-sided dice?

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1/2

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1/3

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1/4

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1/6

Question 16

Which step in the data collection process involves gathering the information needed to answer a question?

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Collect the data.

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Identify the problem or question.

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Analyze the data.

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Interpret the data.

Question 17

Which method of data representation uses bars to compare data?

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Bar graph

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Pie chart

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Line graph

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Scatter plot

Question 18

Which measure of central tendency is not influenced by extreme values?

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Median

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Mean

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Mode

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Range

Question 19

What is the difference between the mean and the median of a set of numbers?

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The mean is the sum of all the numbers divided by the number of numbers, while the median is the middle number when the numbers are arranged in order from least to greatest.

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The median is the sum of all the numbers divided by the number of numbers, while the mean is the middle number when the numbers are arranged in order from least to greatest.

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The mean and the median are always the same.

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There is no difference between the mean and the median.

Question 20

Which sampling method involves selecting a random sample from groups or strata within the population?

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Stratified sampling

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Simple random sampling

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Cluster sampling

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Systematic sampling

Question 21

What is the middle value of the following set of numbers: 10, 12, 15, 18, 20?

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15

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10

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12

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18

Question 22

What is the chance of rolling a 6 on a regular six-sided dice?

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1/6

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1/2

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1/3

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1/4

Question 23

Which of the following measures how spread out a data set is?

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Range

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Median

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Mean

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Mode

Question 24

Which type of graph is most suitable for showing changes over time?

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Line graph

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Bar graph

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Pie chart

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Venn diagram

Question 25

When rolling a standard six-sided die, what is the probability of getting an even number?

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1 out of 2

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1 out of 3

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1 out of 4

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1 out of 6

Question 26

Which event is an example of something that is not random?

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The sun rising in the east

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Flipping a coin and getting heads

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Winning the lottery

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Rolling a dice

Question 27

When collecting and analyzing data, which action violates ethical guidelines?

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Employing biased sampling techniques

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Obtaining consent from participants before their involvement

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Preserving the confidentiality of participants

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Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of collected data

Question 28

What tool is most suitable for organizing and analyzing large amounts of numerical data?

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Spreadsheet software

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Calculator

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Graph paper

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Ruler

Question 29

In statistics, which type of meta-analysis combines results from studies that measure the same thing in different ways?

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Random-effects meta-analysis

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Homogeneity analysis

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Heterogeneity analysis

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Fixed-effects meta-analysis

Question 30

Which sampling method is most effective for obtaining a representative sample from a population with diverse subgroups?

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Stratified sampling

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Random sampling

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Systematic sampling

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Convenience sampling

Question 31

Statisticians want their findings to be understood by everyone who reads their reports. Which of these is an effective way for statisticians to present their results?

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Use graphs and charts to show the data.

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Make sure to tailor the findings to the audience's needs.

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Use only complex statistical language.

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Don't give any examples of how the data can be used.

Question 32

A teacher wants to compare the average test scores of two classes, Class A and Class B. Which statistical test should the teacher use?

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T-test

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Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)

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Chi-square test

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Correlation coefficient

Question 33

Why is it important to consider outliers when analyzing data?

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Outliers can significantly impact statistical measures like the mean and standard deviation.

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Outliers should be removed from a dataset before analysis because they represent errors.

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Outliers are not important to consider in statistical analysis because they occur infrequently.

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Outliers are always a sign of data collection errors and should be corrected.

Question 34

In hypothesis testing, what is the correct sequence of steps?

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Hypothesis, data collection, data analysis, conclusion

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Data collection, hypothesis, data analysis, conclusion

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Conclusion, data collection, data analysis, hypothesis

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Data analysis, hypothesis, data collection, conclusion

Question 35

Which step is NOT part of the data collection process?

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Interpreting the results

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Defining the research question

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Selecting a data collection method

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Collecting the data

Question 36

How do measures of variability, like range, variance, and standard deviation, help us understand data?

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They show how spread out the data is from the average.

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They help us predict how likely something will happen.

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They make it easier to show data on graphs.

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They're only useful for small data sets.

Question 37

Which type of graph is most suitable for showing the distribution of data?

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Histogram

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Bar graph

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Line graph

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Pie chart

Question 38

Which statement accurately describes random events?

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They cannot be predicted.

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They can be predicted.

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Their outcomes are always the same.

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They can be controlled.

Question 39

How does a statistic differ from a parameter?

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A statistic is derived from a sample, while a parameter describes a population.

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A statistic describes a population, while a parameter is derived from a sample.

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There is no distinction between a statistic and a parameter.

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A statistic measures central tendency, while a parameter measures variability.

Question 40

Which conclusion can be drawn from the following information: Male students in a school have an average height of 5 feet 7 inches, while female students have an average height of 5 feet 2 inches?

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On average, male students are taller than female students.

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On average, female students are taller than male students.

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The average height of all students in the school is 5 feet 5 inches.

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There is insufficient data to conclude which group is taller.

Question 41

Which type of data display shows how often each different value appears in a data set?

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Pie chart

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Bar graph

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Line graph

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Scatter plot

Question 42

When you roll a fair six-sided die, what is the chance of getting a result of 6?

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1 in 6

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1 in 2

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1 in 3

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1 in 4

Question 43

In a bar graph, which part of the graph shows the frequency of occurrence?

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Bar length

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Bar width

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Bar color

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Category labels

Question 44

An event is considered random if

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it can't be predicted

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it can be predicted

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it has a large chance of happening

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it has a small chance of happening

Question 45

Which type of graph shows changes over time?

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Line graph

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Bar graph

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Pie chart

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Scatter plot

Question 46

What does the mean of a data set represent?

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The average value

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The most frequent value

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The smallest value

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The largest value

Question 47

What is the main purpose of creating a stem-and-leaf plot?

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To show the range and distribution of a set of data

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To compare two or more sets of data

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To predict future events

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To determine the probability of an event

Question 48

Which measure of central tendency is most easily affected by extreme values (outliers)?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

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Range

Question 49

What is the probability of rolling an even number on a standard six-sided die?

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1/2

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1/3

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1/4

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1/6

Question 50

Which of the following is a characteristic of a random event?

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It cannot be predicted with certainty

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It has a known probability of occurring

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It always occurs in a specific order

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It is influenced by past events

Question 51

What is the difference between a sample and a population?

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A sample is a smaller group selected from the population

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A population is a smaller group within the sample

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A sample is always representative of the population

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A population is always larger than the sample

Question 52

Which type of graph is commonly used to represent a normal distribution?

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Bell curve

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Bar chart

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Line graph

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Histogram

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a measure of central tendency?

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Range

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 54

A class of 25 students took a test. The highest score was 95 and the lowest score was 65. What is the range of the scores?

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30

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10

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25

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80

Question 55

Which of the following graphs best represents a distribution where most data values are close to the average?

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Bell-shaped curve

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Histogram

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Scatter plot

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Pie chart

Question 56

A scatter plot shows a weak negative correlation between two variables. What does this indicate?

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As one variable increases, the other variable decreases, but not strongly.

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As one variable increases, the other variable also increases.

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The two variables are completely independent.

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The relationship between the two variables is non-linear.

Question 57

Which of these is NOT a way to represent data?

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Equation with a line

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Bar graph

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Histogram

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Stem-and-leaf plot

Question 58

A question asks students their favorite subject. What group of people are being studied?

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All students who answered the survey

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All students in the school

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All students in a certain class

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All people in the city

Question 59

Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

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Range

Question 60

A fair spinner has 4 equal parts. What is the chance of spinning the number 2?

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1/4

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1/2

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1/3

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1/6

Question 61

Which of the following events is considered impossible?

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Drawing a red card from a deck that only has blue cards

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Rolling a die and getting a number higher than 7

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Flipping a coin and getting heads

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Scoring 100% on a test

Question 62

If the chance of an event happening is 0.4, what is the probability of the event NOT happening?

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0.6

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0.2

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0.4

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0.8

Question 63

Which of the following is a random event?

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The result of a coin flip

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The sun rising in the east

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The outcome of an election

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The speed of a falling object

Question 64

A bag contains 5 blue marbles, 3 red marbles, and 2 green marbles. If you pick a marble at random, what is the chance of picking a red marble?

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3/10

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1/5

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1/2

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2/5