Use the following two ways to display the test scores received on Mr. Alexander's math test. Use these displays to solve each problem.
Which graph shows the lowest score on the test?
A. both graphs
B. only the stem-and-leaf plot
C. only the circle graph
D. Neither of the graphs shows this information.
Without the provided graphs, it is difficult to give a definite answer. However, if we assume that the stem-and-leaf plot is set up with the smallest value at the top of the stem and the circle graph is properly scaled, then we can determine the answer by comparing the lowest values in each graph.
In the stem-and-leaf plot, the lowest score will be represented by the smallest value on the plot, which will be at the top of the stem. In the circle graph, the lowest score will be represented by the smallest section of the graph.
Therefore, the answer to the question "Which graph shows the lowest score on the test?" would be:
B. only the stem-and-leaf plot, if the plot is set up with the smallest value at the top of the stem and properly labeled.
Note: If the stem-and-leaf plot is set up with the largest value at the top of the stem (which would be unusual), then the answer would be A. both graphs.
To determine which graph shows the lowest score on the test, we need to analyze both the stem-and-leaf plot and the circle graph.
The stem-and-leaf plot displays individual test scores in a way that allows us to see the distribution of scores. Each stem represents a range of scores, and the leaves represent the individual scores within that range. By examining the stem-and-leaf plot, we can identify the lowest score displayed.
The circle graph, on the other hand, represents test scores as a percentage of the total. The circle graph does not provide specific scores but rather shows the relative proportions of different score ranges.
To determine which graph shows the lowest score, we need to compare the information provided by both graphs. If the stem-and-leaf plot displays the lowest score, but the circle graph does not represent this specific score range, then the answer would be B. Only the stem-and-leaf plot.
If the circle graph shows the lowest score range, or both graphs display the lowest score, then the answer would be A. Both graphs.
If neither graph provides information about the lowest score, then the answer is D. Neither of the graphs shows this information.
To make a final determination, we need to compare the information presented in both graphs.
To determine which graph shows the lowest score on Mr. Alexander's math test, we need to analyze both displays and compare the data.
1. Stem-and-leaf plot:
A stem-and-leaf plot is a diagram used to display data that shows the individual scores. It separates each test score into a stem (the tens place) and a leaf (the ones place). For example, if a student received a score of 86, the stem would be 8 and the leaf would be 6.
2. Circle graph:
A circle graph, also known as a pie chart, represents each test score as a slice of a whole circle. The size of each slice is proportional to the percentage of the total score it represents.
To find the lowest score, we need to look for the smallest value in both displays.
Now, let's analyze each option given:
A. If both graphs show the lowest score, this means that the stem-and-leaf plot and the circle graph display the same minimum value. We should compare the smallest value in both displays to confirm if this is the case.
B. If only the stem-and-leaf plot shows the lowest score, then the smallest value in the stem-and-leaf plot should be lower than the smallest value in the circle graph.
C. If only the circle graph shows the lowest score, then the smallest value in the circle graph should be lower than the smallest value in the stem-and-leaf plot.
D. If neither graph shows this information, it means that the smallest value in both displays is not the lowest score.
To solve the problem, we should analyze the data in both displays to determine which option fits the scenario.