Representing Data (Leaving Cert Mathematics): Quizzes

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Stem and Leaf Diagrams
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What does a stem and leaf diagram show?

Original data & distribution pattern

In a stem and leaf diagram, what does the stem typically represent?

The tens digit

In a stem and leaf diagram, what does the leaf represent?

The units digit

What must always be included in a stem and leaf diagram?

A key

What is the first step when constructing a stem and leaf diagram?

Identify the range

How should leaves be arranged in a stem and leaf diagram?

Smallest to largest

For decimal data like 6.76.7, what becomes the stem?

The units digit

What is the purpose of a back-to-back stem and leaf diagram?

To compare two datasets

What is the position of the median when there are nn values?

n+12\frac{n+1}{2}

What is the position of the lower quartile Q1Q_1 for nn values?

n+14\frac{n+1}{4}

What is the position of the upper quartile Q3Q_3 for nn values?

3(n+1)4\frac{3(n+1)}{4}

What do quartiles divide data into?

Four equal parts

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