Determine If a Display of Data Is Appropriate

question 3

Multiple Choice

Determine if a display of data is appropriate.
-A regional survey was carried out to gauge public opinion on the controversial
Arizona Immigration Law. The results are displayed in the segmented bar chart below.
Which of the following statements is true?

• A) A greater percentage of Republicans oppose the law compared to Democrats.
• B) A greater percentage of Republicans oppose the law compared to Independents.
• C) Opinion about the law appears to be independent of political party affiliation.
• D) A greater percentage of Democrats oppose the law compared to Republicans.
• E) The segmented bar chart is not appropriate for these data.

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Definitions:

Communication Barrier

An obstacle that impedes the flow of information between individuals or groups, potentially leading to misunderstandings or conflict.

Passive-Aggressive Behavior

A pattern of expressing negative feelings indirectly rather than openly addressing them.

Nondefensive Communication

A style of communicating characterized by openness, honesty, and a lack of defensiveness, meant to foster understanding and problem-solving.

Civility

Communication and behavior that respect the integrity and dignity of the individual.