Comparing Distributions
Students will compare two or more datasets using averages and measures of spread.
Key Questions
- How does the range help us understand the consistency of a data source?
- Analyze how different averages can lead to different conclusions when comparing datasets.
- Justify the choice of a particular average and measure of spread for comparing two specific datasets.
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