Use the Figure to Answer the Question

question 2

Multiple Choice

Use the figure to answer the question.
-The following scatterplot shows the heights (in inches) of a group of children and their ages. What can be the expected height range for a 2-year-old child?

• A)25-38 inches
• B)35-45 inches
• C)40-50 inches
• D)20-30 inches

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