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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 7

Algebra | Geometry | Measurement | Statistics | Probability | Number | Processes

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Standard 4.0 Knowledge of Statistics

Topic A. Data Displays

Indicator 1. Organize and display data

Objective a. Organize and display data using back-to-back stem-and-leaf plots

Assessment limit: Use no more than 20 data points using whole numbers (0–99)

Selected Response Item

This table lists the ages of 12 store owners.

AGES OF STORE OWNERS

Toy Store Clothing Store
28, 29, 34,
53, 59, 59,		 32, 35, 39,
51, 62, 62,

Which stem-and-leaf plot correctly displays the data?





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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use no more than 20 data points using whole numbers (0–99)
Resources for Objective 4.A.1.a:
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