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Calculating the mean, median, mode and range are staples of the upper elementary math curriculum. Here you will find worksheets for practicing the calculation of mean, median, mode and range. In case you're not familiar with these concepts, here is how to calculate each one. To calculate the mean, add all of the numbers in the set together and divide that sum by the number of numbers in the set. To calculate the median, first arrange the numbers in order, then locate the middle number. In sets where there are an even number of numbers, calculate the mean of the two middle numbers. To calculate the mode, look for numbers that repeat. If there is only one of each number, the set has no mode. If there are doubles of two different numbers and there are more numbers in the set, the set has two modes. If there are triples of three different numbers and there are more numbers in the set, the set has three modes, and so on. The range is calculated by subtracting the least number from the greatest number.

Note that all of the measures of central tendency are included on each page, but you don't need to assign them all if you aren't working on them all. If you're only working on mean, only assign students to calculate the mean.

In order to determine the median, it is necessary to have your numbers sorted. It is also helpful in determining the mode and range. To expedite the process, these first worksheets include the lists of numbers already sorted.

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Normally, data does not come in a sorted list, so these worksheets are a little more realistic. To find some of the statistics, it will be easier for students to put the numbers in order first.

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Collecting and Organizing Data

Teaching students how to collect and organize data enables them to develop skills that will enable them to study topics in statistics with more confidence and deeper understanding.

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Answering questions about graphs and other data helps students build critical thinking skills. Standard questions include determining the minimum, maximum, range, count, median, mode, and mean.

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Probability Worksheets

• Calculating Probabilities with Dice Sum of Two Dice Probabilities Sum of Two Dice Probabilities (with table)

Spinners can be used for probability experiments or for theoretical probability. Students should intuitively know that a number that is more common on a spinner will come up more often. Spinning 100 or more times and tallying the results should get them close to the theoretical probability. The more sections there are, the more spins will be needed.

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Non-numerical spinners can be used for experimental or theoretical probability. There are basic questions on every version with a couple extra questions on the A and B versions. Teachers and students can make up other questions to ask and conduct experiments or calculate the theoretical probability. Print copies for everyone or display on an interactive white board.

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2.1 Stem-and-Leaf Graphs (Stemplots), Line Graphs, and Bar Graphs

Student grades on a chemistry exam were 77, 78, 76, 81, 86, 51, 79, 82, 84, and 99.

• Construct a stem-and-leaf plot of the data.
• Are there any potential outliers? If so, which scores are they? Why do you consider them outliers?

Table 2.64 contains the 2010 rates for a specific disease in U.S. states and Washington, DC.

• Use a random number generator to randomly pick eight states. Construct a bar graph of the rates of a specific disease of those eight states.
• Construct a bar graph for all the states beginning with the letter A .
• Construct a bar graph for all the states beginning with the letter M .

2.2 Histograms, Frequency Polygons, and Time Series Graphs

Suppose that three book publishers were interested in the number of fiction paperbacks adult consumers purchase per month. Each publisher conducted a survey. In the survey, adult consumers were asked the number of fiction paperbacks they had purchased the previous month. The results are as follows:

• Find the relative frequencies for each survey. Write them in the charts.
• Using either a graphing calculator or computer or by hand, use the frequency column to construct a histogram for each publisher's survey. For Publishers A and B, make bar widths of 1. For Publisher C, make bar widths of 2.
• In complete sentences, give two reasons why the graphs for Publishers A and B are not identical.
• Would you have expected the graph for Publisher C to look like the other two graphs? Why or why not?
• Make new histograms for Publisher A and Publisher B. This time, make bar widths of 2.
• Now, compare the graph for Publisher C to the new graphs for Publishers A and B. Are the graphs more similar or more different? Explain your answer.

Often, cruise ships conduct all onboard transactions, with the exception of souvenirs, on a cashless basis. At the end of the cruise, guests pay one bill that covers all onboard transactions. Suppose that 60 single travelers and 70 couples were surveyed as to their onboard bills for a seven-day cruise from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera. Following is a summary of the bills for each group:

• Fill in the relative frequency for each group.
• Construct a histogram for the singles group. Scale the x -axis by $50 widths. Use relative frequency on the y -axis.
• Construct a histogram for the couples group. Scale the x -axis by $50 widths. Use relative frequency on the y -axis.
• List two similarities between the graphs.
• List two differences between the graphs.
• Overall, are the graphs more similar or different?
• Construct a new graph for the couples by hand. Since each couple is paying for two individuals, instead of scaling the x -axis by $50, scale it by $100. Use relative frequency on the y -axis.
• How did scaling the couples graph differently change the way you compared it to the singles graph?
• Based on the graphs, do you think that individuals spend the same amount, more or less, as singles as they do person by person as a couple? Explain why in one or two complete sentences.

25 randomly selected students were asked the number of movies they watched the previous week. The results are as follows:

• Construct a histogram of the data.
• Complete the columns of the chart.

Use the following information to answer the next two exercises: Suppose 111 people who shopped in a special T-shirt store were asked the number of T-shirts they own costing more than $19 each.

The percentage of people who own at most three T-shirts costing more than $19 each is approximately ________.

• cannot be determined

If the data were collected by asking the first 111 people who entered the store, then the type of sampling is ________.

• simple random
• convenience

Following are the 2010 obesity rates by U.S. states and Washington, DC.

Construct a bar graph of obesity rates of your state and the four states closest to your state. Hint—Label the x -axis with the states.

2.3 Measures of the Location of the Data

The median age for U.S. ethnicity A currently is 30.9 years; for U.S. ethnicity B, it is 42.3 years.

• Based on this information, give two reasons why ethnicity A median age could be lower than the ethnicity B median age.
• Does the lower median age for ethnicity A necessarily mean that ethnicity A die younger than ethnicity B? Why or why not?
• How might it be possible for ethnicity A and ethnicity B to die at approximately the same age but for the median age for ethnicity B to be higher?

Six hundred adult Americans were asked by telephone poll, "What do you think constitutes a middle-class income?" The results are in Table 2.72 . Also, include the left endpoint but not the right endpoint.

• What percentage of the survey answered "not sure"?
• What percentage think that middle class is from $25,000 to $50,000?
• Should all bars have the same width, based on the data? Why or why not?
• How should the < 20,000 and the 100,000+ intervals be handled? Why?
• Find the 40 th and 80 th percentiles.
• Construct a bar graph of the data.

Given the following box plot, answer the questions.

• Which quarter has the smallest spread of data? What is that spread?
• Which quarter has the largest spread of data? What is that spread?
• Find the interquartile range ( IQR ).
• Are there more data in the interval 5–10 or in the interval 10–13? How do you know this?
• need more information

The following box plot shows the ages of the U.S. population for 1990, the latest available year:

• Are there fewer or more children (age 17 and under) than senior citizens (age 65 and over)? How do you know?
• 12.6 percent are age 65 and over. Approximately what percentage of the population are working-age adults (above age 17 to age 65)?

2.4 Box Plots

In a survey of 20-year-olds in China, Germany, and the United States, people were asked the number of foreign countries they had visited in their lifetime. The following box plots display the results:

• In complete sentences, describe what the shape of each box plot implies about the distribution of the data collected.
• Have more Americans or more Germans surveyed been to more than eight foreign countries?
• Compare the three box plots. What do they imply about the foreign travel of 20-year-old residents of the three countries when compared to each other?
• Think of an example (in words) where the data might fit into the above box plot. In two to five sentences, write down the example.
• What does it mean to have the first and second quartiles so close together, while the second to third quartiles are far apart?

Given the following box plots, answer the questions.

• Data 1 has more data values above two than Data 2 has above two.
• The data sets cannot have the same mode.
• For Data 1 , there are more data values below four than there are above four.
• For which group, Data 1 or Data 2, is the value of 7 more likely to be an outlier? Explain why in complete sentences.

A survey was conducted of 130 purchasers of new black sports cars, 130 purchasers of new red sports cars, and 130 purchasers of new white sports cars. In it, people were asked the age they were when they purchased their car. The following box plots display the results:

• In complete sentences, describe what the shape of each box plot implies about the distribution of the data collected for that car series.
• Which group is most likely to have an outlier? Explain how you determined that.
• Compare the three box plots. What do they imply about the age of purchasing a sports car from the series when compared to each other?
• Look at the red sports cars. Which quarter has the smallest spread of data? What is the spread?
• Look at the red sports cars. Which quarter has the largest spread of data? What is the spread?
• Look at the red sports cars. Estimate the interquartile range ( IQR ).
• Look at the red sports cars. Are there more data in the interval 31–38 or in the interval 45–55? How do you know this?

Twenty-five randomly selected students were asked the number of movies they watched the previous week. The results are as follows:

Construct a box plot of the data.

2.5 Measures of the Center of the Data

Scientists are studying a particular disease. They found that countries that have the highest rates of people who have ever been diagnosed with this disease range from 11.4 percent to 74.6 percent.

• What is the best estimate of the average percentage affected by the disease for these countries?
• The United States has an average disease rate of 33.9 percent. Is this rate above average or below?
• How does the United States compare to other countries?

Table 2.75 gives the percentage of children under age five have been diagnosed with a medical condition. What is the best estimate for the mean percentage of children with the condition?

2.6 Skewness and the Mean, Median, and Mode

The median age of the U.S. population in 1980 was 30.0 years. In 1991, the median age was 33.1 years.

• What does it mean for the median age to rise?
• Give two reasons why the median age could rise.
• For the median age to rise, is the actual number of children less in 1991 than it was in 1980? Why or why not?

2.7 Measures of the Spread of the Data

Use the following information to answer the next nine exercises: The population parameters below describe the full-time equivalent number of students (FTES) each year at Lake Tahoe Community College from 1976–1977 through 2004–2005.

• μ = 1,000 FTES
• median = 1,014 FTES
• σ = 474 FTES
• first quartile = 528.5 FTES
• third quartile = 1,447.5 FTES
• n = 29 years

A sample of 11 years is taken. About how many are expected to have an FTES of 1,014 or above? Explain how you determined your answer.

Seventy-five percent of all years have an FTES

• at or below ______.
• at or above ______.

The population standard deviation = ______.

What percentage of the FTES were from 528.5 to 1,447.5? How do you know?

What is the IQR ? What does the IQR represent?

How many standard deviations away from the mean is the median?

Additional Information: The population FTES for 2005–2006 through 2010–2011 was given in an updated report. The data are reported here.

Calculate the mean, median, standard deviation, the first quartile, the third quartile, and the IQR . Round to one decimal place.

Construct a box plot for the FTES for 2005–2006 through 2010–2011 and a box plot for the FTES for 1976–1977 through 2004–2005.

Compare the IQR for the FTES for 1976–1977 through 2004–2005 with the IQR for the FTES for 2005-2006 through 2010–2011. Why do you suppose the IQR s are so different?

Three students were applying to the same graduate school. They came from schools with different grading systems. Which student had the best GPA when compared to other students at his school? Explain how you determined your answer.

A music school has budgeted to purchase three musical instruments. The school plans to purchase a piano costing $3,000, a guitar costing $550, and a drum set costing $600. The mean cost for a piano is $4,000 with a standard deviation of $2,500. The mean cost for a guitar is $500 with a standard deviation of $200. The mean cost for drums is $700 with a standard deviation of $100. Which cost is the lowest when compared to other instruments of the same type? Which cost is the highest when compared to other instruments of the same type? Justify your answer.

An elementary school class ran one mile with a mean of 11 minutes and a standard deviation of three minutes. Rachel, a student in the class, ran one mile in eight minutes. A junior high school class ran one mile with a mean of nine minutes and a standard deviation of two minutes. Kenji, a student in the class, ran one mile in 8.5 minutes. A high school class ran one mile with a mean of seven minutes and a standard deviation of four minutes. Nedda, a student in the class, ran one mile in eight minutes.

• Why is Kenji considered a better runner than Nedda even though Nedda ran faster than he?
• Who is the fastest runner with respect to his or her class? Explain why.

What is the best estimate of the average percentage of people with the disease for these countries? What is the standard deviation for the listed rates? The United States has an average disease rate of 33.9 percent. Is this rate above average or below? How unusual is the U.S. obesity rate compared to the average rate? Explain.

Table 2.79 gives the percentage of children under age five diagnosed with a specific medical condition.

What is the best estimate for the mean percentage of children with the condition? What is the standard deviation? Which interval(s) could be considered unusual? Explain.

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Statistics homework often involves real-world applications that can seem daunting at first. However, with a structured approach and understanding of fundamental concepts, you can effectively tackle even the most challenging problems. This guide will walk you through a step-by-step approach to solving assignments similar to the Karfones Inc. problem, focusing on optimization and linear programming. The initial step is understanding the problem statement, which includes identifying the objective, constraints, and variables. Once you comprehend these elements, the next phase involves formulating the problem mathematically by creating an objective function and defining the constraints in mathematical terms. For example, in the Karfones Inc. problem, the goal is to maximize profit subject to constraints on sales time and minimum sales goals. Graphical representation helps visualize the feasible region and identify the optimal solution, while incorporating additional constraints may require re-evaluating this region. For more complex scenarios, linear programming techniques like the Simplex method and software tools such as Excel Solver, R , or Python can be utilized. Ultimately, interpreting the solution in real-world context and considering practical implications ensures the results are actionable. Regular practice, seeking help when needed, and staying organized are key to mastering these assignments.

Understanding the Problem Statement

The first step in solving any statistics assignment is to thoroughly understand the problem statement. This section will break down the essential components you need to identify and consider.

Identify the primary goal of the problem. What are you trying to achieve? In the Karfones Inc. problem, the objective is to maximize profit. Understanding the objective helps you focus on what needs to be optimized or solved.

Constraints

Next, identify the constraints or limitations. These are the conditions that must be met for the solution to be valid. In the Karfones Inc. example, constraints include the available sales time and minimum sales goals for each model. These constraints shape the feasible region within which the solution must lie.

Determine the unknowns that need to be solved. Variables represent the elements you need to find to achieve the objective. In our example, the variables are the number of model X and model Y telephones sold. Defining the variables clearly is crucial for setting up the mathematical model.

Formulating the Problem Mathematically

Once you have a clear understanding of the problem, the next step is to translate it into a mathematical model. This involves creating an objective function and defining the constraints in mathematical terms.

Objective Function

The objective function represents what you are trying to optimize. For Karfones Inc., the objective function is the total profit, which can be expressed as:

Profit=40X+50Y

where (X) and (Y) are the units of model X and model Y telephones sold, respectively. This function needs to be maximized subject to the given constraints.

Constraints are the conditions that limit the solution. For the Karfones Inc. problem, the constraints include:

3X+5Y≤600(total sales time)

X≥25(minimum sales of model X)

Y≥25(minimum sales of model Y)

These inequalities must be satisfied for any solution to be valid. Writing down these constraints helps in identifying the feasible region.

Example Problem Setup

To illustrate, let's set up the problem for Karfones Inc.:

• Objective: Maximize Profit = 40X + 50Y
• Constraints:
• 3X + 5Y ≤ 600

This setup forms the basis for solving the problem using graphical or algebraic methods.

Graphical Representation

For problems involving two variables, a graphical method can be used to find the feasible region and the optimal solution. This section will guide you through plotting the constraints and identifying the feasible region.

Plotting the Constraints

Start by drawing the lines representing each constraint on a graph. Each inequality constraint is converted into an equation to plot the line. For example, for the constraint 3X + 5Y ≤ 600, you plot the line 3X + 5Y = 600.

Identifying the Feasible Region

The feasible region is the area where all the constraints overlap. This region represents all possible solutions that satisfy the constraints. It's typically a polygon bounded by the constraint lines.

Determining the Optimal Solution

Evaluate the objective function at each vertex (corner point) of the feasible region to find the maximum or minimum value. For linear programming problems, the optimal solution lies at one of these vertices.

Considering Additional Constraints

Sometimes, additional constraints are introduced, which require adjustments to the mathematical model and feasible region. Let's discuss how to handle new constraints effectively.

Incorporating New Constraints

If a new constraint is introduced, such as selling at least as many model Y telephones as model X, you need to update your mathematical model. For example, the new constraint can be written as:

Updating the Feasible Region

Incorporate this new constraint into your graph and identify the new feasible region. This might reduce the size of the feasible region or shift it entirely.

Re-evaluating the Solution

With the new constraint in place, re-evaluate the vertices of the updated feasible region to find the new optimal solution. The process is similar to the initial evaluation but with the adjusted constraints.

Solving Using Linear Programming Techniques

For more complex problems or those involving more than two variables, linear programming techniques such as the Simplex method are used. This section will introduce these methods and the tools available.

Simplex Method

The Simplex method is a popular algorithm for solving linear programming problems. It iterates through possible solutions to find the optimal one efficiently.

Software Tools

Several software tools and online solvers can assist with linear programming problems:

• Excel Solver: A powerful tool within Microsoft Excel that can handle linear programming problems by setting up the objective function and constraints.
• R Programming: Packages like lpSolve and optim are useful for solving linear programming problems in R. They provide functions to define and solve optimization problems.
• Python: Libraries such as PuLP and SciPy offer robust solutions for optimization problems. These libraries provide functionalities to define constraints, objective functions, and solve the linear programming model.

Practical Application

To solve a problem using these tools, you typically need to:

• Define the objective function.
• Specify the constraints.
• Use the solver to find the optimal solution.

Interpreting the Solution

Once you have the optimal solution, it's important to interpret it in the context of the problem. This section will guide you through checking constraints, analyzing results, and understanding real-world implications.

Checking the Constraints

Ensure that the solution meets all the given constraints. Verify that the values of variables satisfy each inequality or equation. This step is crucial to confirm the validity of the solution.

Analyzing the Results

Understand what the solution means for the real-world scenario. For instance, in the Karfones Inc. problem, determine how many units of each model should be sold to maximize profit.

Real-World Implications

Consider the practical implications of the solution. Assess whether the solution is feasible and aligns with the company's goals. In some cases, the optimal mathematical solution might need adjustments to fit real-world constraints better.

Practical Tips for Success

To excel in solving statistics assignments, follow these practical tips:

Practice Regularly

The more you practice, the more comfortable you will become with different types of problems. Regular practice helps reinforce concepts and improves problem-solving skills.

Seek Help When Needed

Don’t hesitate to use resources like assignment help websites or consult with your professors if you get stuck. Seeking assistance can provide new insights and approaches to the problem.

Stay Organized

Keep your work neat and methodical. Breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable parts can make them easier to solve. Organization helps in keeping track of various steps and ensures a clear solution path.

Use Technology

Utilize available software and online tools to simplify the solving process. Technology can handle complex calculations and provide visualizations, making it easier to understand and solve problems.

Continuous Learning

Stay updated with new techniques and methods in statistics and linear programming. Continuous learning helps in adopting the best practices and improving problem-solving efficiency.

Collaboration

Work with peers on complex problems. Collaborative efforts can lead to better solutions and a deeper understanding of the concepts involved. Group discussions often bring out different perspectives and solutions.

Time Management

Allocate sufficient time for each step of the problem-solving process. Proper time management ensures that you can thoroughly analyze and solve the problem without rushing through any part.

Critical Thinking

Apply critical thinking to analyze and approach problems from different angles. Question assumptions and consider various scenarios to find the most robust solution.

Real-World Applications

Relate problems to real-world scenarios to understand their practical relevance. Real-world applications provide context and make it easier to grasp complex concepts.

Review and Reflect

After solving a problem, review your approach and solution. Reflect on what worked well and what could be improved. This reflection helps in learning from each assignment and improving for future problems.

By following these steps, you can approach similar statistics assignments with confidence. Understanding the problem, formulating it mathematically, using graphical methods, and applying linear programming techniques will help you find optimal solutions efficiently. Remember, practice and utilizing available resources are key to mastering these types of assignments. For personalized help, consider using StatisticsHomeworkHelper.com to get expert assistance tailored to your needs. This comprehensive approach will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle even the most complex statistics assignments successfully. With dedication and the right strategies, you can excel in your statistics coursework and achieve your academic goals.

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