Which of the Following Measurements Is Likely to Have the Least

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following measurements is likely to have the least variation?

• A)The individual heights of children, measured in inches, in a randomly selected class of sixth grade students.
• B)The individual mass measured in grams of quarters in a randomly selected ten dollar roll of quarters.
• C)The individual weights in ounces of oranges in a randomly selected five- pound bag of oranges at the market.

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