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Data Representation — Quiz

Question 2 • Concepts in Probability and Statistics

Which type of data is best represented using a line plot?

Answer
A
frequency data that can be plotted on a number line
B
data that is spread out over a large range of numbers
C
frequency data that can be plotted under categorical headings
D
data that changes over time

Explanation

A line plot shows how often each numerical value occurs by marking the values on a number line. Therefore, it is best for frequency data that can be plotted on a number line. Data changing over time is usually shown with a line graph, while categorical frequencies are often shown in a bar graph.

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