Quiz 2 (Chapters 4 to 5)

6.  Here are boxplots of the points scored during the first 10 games of the season for both Erin and Kelly

​a) Summarize the similarities and differences in their performance so far.

​b) The coach can take only one player to the state championship. Which one should she​ take? Why?

a) Choose the correct answer below.

1. Both players are about the​ same, except Erin can score more points.
2. Both girls have the same approximate​ median, but Erin has a larger IQR.
3. Both girls have the same approximate​ mean, but Kelly has a larger IQR.
4. Both girls have the same approximate median and​ IQR, but Erin has a larger range.

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b) Choose the correct answer below.

1. She should take Erin​, because she has the ability to score a higher point total.
2. She should take Kelly​, because she is a more consistent performer.
3. It does not matter which player she​ takes, because they both score the same average number of points.
4. A and B are both​ possible, depending on the​ coach’s preference.