The Histogram Below Is the Distribution of Heights for a Randomly

question 24

Multiple Choice

The histogram below is the distribution of heights for a randomly selected Boy Scout troupe. Choose the statement that is true based on information from the histogram.

• A)The smallest value is so extreme that it is possible that a mistake was made in recording the data.
• B)The gap between the two smallest values indicates an outlier may be present.
• C)Although the smallest value does not fit the pattern, it should not be altogether disregarded. It is possible that the Boy Scout is 2.4 feet tall.
• D)All of these are true statements.

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