Stem and Leaf Plot

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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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What does the 'stem' represent in a stem and leaf plot?

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The 'stem' represents the leading digit(s) of the data values.

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What does the 'leaf' represent in a stem and leaf plot?

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The 'leaf' represents the trailing digit(s) of the data values.

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How do you read a stem and leaf plot?

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To read a stem and leaf plot, combine the stem and leaf values to form the original data values.

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What is the purpose of using a stem and leaf plot?

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The purpose is to organize and display data to easily identify its shape, central tendency, and spread.

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How can you find the mode using a stem and leaf plot?

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The mode is the value that appears most frequently in the data set, which can be identified by looking at the leaves in the plot.

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How do you determine the range from a stem and leaf plot?

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The range is found by subtracting the smallest value from the largest value in the data set.

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What is the median in 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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How do you find the median using a stem and leaf plot?

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To find the median, list all the data values from the plot, then locate the middle value.

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What is the highest value in a stem and leaf plot?

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The highest value is represented by the largest stem and its corresponding leaf.