Analyzing Backpack Weight Data

Analyzing Backpack Weight Data

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Science, English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial discusses a problem involving a dot plot of backpack weights. Claire argues that 3 kilograms is a typical weight because it represents the largest portion of the data. Tyler disagrees, suggesting that 3 kilograms is too low since half of the backpacks are heavier. He proposes a median value between 3 and 4 kilograms. The conclusion is that both Claire and Tyler are correct, as long as their reasoning is explained.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main task in problem number two?

To find the heaviest backpack in the group.

To calculate the total number of backpacks.

To decide whether to agree with Claire, Tyler, or both regarding the dot plot.

To determine the average weight of backpacks.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Claire believe three kilograms is a typical backpack weight?

Because it is the average weight.

Because it represents the largest portion of the data.

Because it is the heaviest weight.

Because it is the lightest weight.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the data does Claire claim three kilograms represents?

40%

30%

20%

10%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the data confirm Claire's claim about three kilograms?

It shows three kilograms is the lightest weight.

It shows three kilograms is the least common weight.

It shows three kilograms is the most common weight.

It shows three kilograms is the heaviest weight.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Tyler's main argument against using three kilograms as a typical weight?

He believes three kilograms is too high.

He believes three kilograms is too low.

He believes three kilograms is the average weight.

He believes three kilograms is the heaviest weight.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Tyler, how many backpacks are heavier than three kilograms?

25 backpacks

10 backpacks

30 backpacks

15 backpacks

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Tyler suggest as a more typical weight than three kilograms?

5 kilograms

2 kilograms

3.5 kilograms

4 kilograms

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