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Part 1
The following box plots display how fast two different animals can run. Compare the median of each box plot.
Animal 1
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
Speed (MPH)

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Animal 2
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
Speed (MPH)

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Part 1
Which of the following is the best description of the​ medians?
A.The median for Animal 2 is greater.
The median for Animal 2 is greater.
B.The medians are about the same.
The medians are about the same.
C.The median for Animal 1 is greater.
The median for Animal 1 is greater.

1 answer

To determine the best description of the medians from the given box plots for Animal 1 and Animal 2, you would need to look at the center line within each box plot, which represents the median speed of each animal.

Without seeing the actual box plots, I can't provide a definitive answer, but here's how you can interpret the options based on what you observe:

  • Option A: "The median for Animal 2 is greater." — Choose this if the median line in Animal 2's box plot is higher than that in Animal 1's box plot.

  • Option B: "The medians are about the same." — Choose this if the median lines are very close or identical in both box plots.

  • Option C: "The median for Animal 1 is greater." — Choose this if the median line in Animal 1's box plot is higher than that in Animal 2's box plot.

By comparing the two box plots and identifying the positions of the median lines, you can select the correct option.