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Standard 4.0 Knowledge of Statistics

Topic B. Data Analysis

Indicator 1. Analyze data

Objective c. Interpret and compare data in double bar graphs

Assessment limit: Use no more than 4 categories and intervals of 1, 2, 5, or 10 and whole numbers (0 – 1000)

Selected Response Item

The low and high temperatures for four days are shown on the double bar graph below.

Which day had the greatest difference in temperature?

  1. Monday
  2. Tuesday
  3. Wednesday
  4. Thursday
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Correct Answer:
A