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Standard 4.0 Knowledge of Statistics

Topic A. Data Displays

Indicator 1. Collect, organize, and display data

Objective b. Organize and display data in stem-and-leaf plots

Assessment limit: Use no more than 20 data points and whole numbers (0 – 100)

Selected Response Item

The number of cars sold over many weeks are shown below.

24
9
28		17
42
14		32
36
17		41
19
31		28
18
11

Which stem and leaf plot correctly shows the number of cars sold?

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Correct Answer:
C