Lakisha's 5th Grade Class Is Having an Election to Decide

question 125

Multiple Choice

Lakisha's 5th grade class is having an election to decide who will be the new "class president." There are five students running for the office.Out of 25 students,9 vote for Lakisha,6 vote for Mary,6 vote for Michael,2 vote for Allison,and 2 vote for Barry.In statistical terms,which student received the "mode" votes?

• A) Mary
• B) Lakisha
• C) Allison
• D) Barry

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Definitions:

Histogram

A graphical representation of the distribution of numerical data, often used to show frequency distributions.

Coin Tosses

Simple random experiments representing the concept of probability, often used to decide between two equally likely outcomes.

Normal Model

A statistical model that assumes data follows a normal distribution, characterized by its bell-shaped curve.

Standard Deviation

A statistic that measures the dispersion or spread of a set of numbers from their mean; it quantifies variability or volatility.