Data Cycle #8 (Benchmark Scores)

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What is a stem-and-leaf plot?

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A stem-and-leaf plot is a method of displaying quantitative data in a graphical format, similar to a histogram, to retain the original data values while showing their distribution.

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How do you find the lower extreme of a data set?

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The lower extreme is the smallest value in a data set.

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How do you find the upper extreme of a data set?

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The upper extreme is the largest value in a data set.

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What does it mean to score higher than 90%?

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Scoring higher than 90% means achieving a score that is greater than 90 out of 100.

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What is the purpose of surveying students about benchmark scores?

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The purpose is to assess students' understanding and performance in a specific subject area.

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How can you determine the frequency of scores in a data set?

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Frequency can be determined by counting how many times each score appears in the data set.

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What is the median of a data set?

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The median is the middle value when the data set is ordered from least to greatest.

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What is the mode of a data set?

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The mode is the value that appears most frequently in a data set.

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How do you calculate the range of a data set?

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The range is calculated by subtracting the smallest value (lower extreme) from the largest value (upper extreme).

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What is a benchmark score?

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A benchmark score is a standard or point of reference against which students' performance can be measured.