Multiple choice

The given table shows the marks scored (out of 10) by some students in maths test. Marks Frequency 4 5 5 4 6 8 7 4 8 10 9 12 10 5 Total 48 What is the range of the data?

  1. 4

  2. 5

  3. 6

  4. 8

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Explanation

The range of a data set is the difference between the maximum and minimum values. In this set, the maximum mark is 10 and the minimum mark is 4. Therefore, the range is 10 - 4 = 6.

AI explanation

The range of a data set is the difference between the maximum and minimum values. The highest marks scored is 10 and the lowest marks scored is 4. Subtracting the minimum from the maximum gives 10 minus 4, which equals 6.