Stem and Leaf Plots

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What is the purpose of a stem and leaf plot?

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To organize and display a set of data in a visual way.

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How do you construct a stem and leaf plot?

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Write the stems in a vertical column, write the leaves next to each stem, arrange the leaves in ascending order, and create a key.

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What does 8|9 represent in a stem and leaf plot?

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How do you identify the minimum value in a data set?

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The minimum value is the smallest number in the data set.

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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 can you find the median from a stem and leaf plot?

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Arrange the data in order and find the middle value.

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What is the key in a stem and leaf plot?

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The key explains how to read the plot, showing what the stems and leaves represent.

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How do you handle repeated values in a stem and leaf plot?

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List each repeated value in the leaves next to the corresponding stem.

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What is the advantage of using a stem and leaf plot over a histogram?

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It retains the original data values while providing a visual representation.