Understanding Stem and Leaf Plots

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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 with each leaf to form the original data values.

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

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The purpose of a stem-and-leaf plot is to organize data to show its shape and distribution while preserving the actual data values.

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How do you determine the minimum value from a stem-and-leaf plot?

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The minimum value is found by looking at the smallest stem and its corresponding leaf.

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How do you determine the maximum value from a stem-and-leaf plot?

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The maximum value is found by looking at the largest stem and its corresponding leaf.

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What does the notation '3|2' mean in a stem-and-leaf plot?

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The notation '3|2' means 32, where '3' is the stem and '2' is the leaf.

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How can you find the frequency of a specific range in a stem-and-leaf plot?

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Count the number of leaves that fall within the specified range.

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What is the median in a data set represented by a stem-and-leaf plot?

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The median is the middle value when the data is arranged in order.