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Boxplots quiz #1
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  • What does the median represent in a box plot, and how is it displayed?
    In a box plot, the median represents the middle value of the dataset (the 50th percentile) and is displayed as a line inside the box, indicating the center of the data distribution.
  • How is the median related to the five-number summary in a box plot?
    The median is one of the five-number summary values in a box plot, along with the minimum, first quartile (Q1), third quartile (Q3), and maximum. It marks the value that divides the dataset into two equal halves.
  • What does the box in a box plot represent?
    The box in a box plot represents the interquartile range (IQR), which contains the middle 50% of the data. It stretches from the first quartile (Q1) to the third quartile (Q3).
  • How are the whiskers in a box plot constructed?
    The whiskers extend from the minimum value to Q1 and from Q3 to the maximum value. They visually connect the box to the smallest and largest data points.
  • What is the purpose of the number line at the bottom of a box plot?
    The number line helps ensure that each five-number summary value is marked in the correct place and that the box plot is to scale. It provides a reference for accurately positioning the box and whiskers.
  • How does a box plot help in understanding the spread of data?
    A box plot shows the distance between the minimum and maximum values, as well as the range covered by the box (IQR). This visual representation helps identify how spread out the data is.
  • Why might the median not be exactly in the center of the box in a box plot?
    The median may not be centered if the data is not evenly distributed between Q1 and Q3. This indicates that the data within the interquartile range is skewed.
  • How does a box plot divide the data into quarters?
    A box plot divides the data at the minimum, Q1, median, Q3, and maximum, creating four sections each containing 25% of the data. This helps visualize the distribution of data across quartiles.
  • What is the first step when constructing a box plot from a dataset?
    The first step is to determine the five-number summary: minimum, Q1, median, Q3, and maximum. These values are then marked on the number line to guide the construction of the plot.
  • What does it mean if the box in a box plot is much longer on one side of the median?
    If the box is longer on one side of the median, it suggests that the data is more spread out in that quartile. This can indicate skewness in the data distribution.