School Improvement in Maryland

Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 6

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

Sample Assessments: Each sample assessment item gives an idea of how an assessment item on the MSA might be presented. The items appropriately measure the content of the State Curriculum and may be formatted similarly to those appearing on the MSA; however, these are sample items only and have not appeared on any MSA form.

Standard 4.0 Knowledge of Statistics

Topic B. Data Analysis

Indicator 1. Analyze data

Objective b. Read and analyze circle graphs

Assessment limit: Use no more than 5 categories using data in whole numbers or percents (0 – 1000)

Selected Response Item

Fernando surveys the students at his school to find out their favorite type of music. The results are shown in the circle graph below.

What is the percent of students who chose rap or country as their favorite type of music?

  1. 18%
  2. 19%
  3. 37%
  4. 55%
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Correct Answer:
D

Assessment limit:
Use no more than 5 categories using data in whole numbers or percents (0 – 1000)