The Data on the Ranks Assigned to a Random Sample

question 57

Essay

The data on the ranks assigned to a random sample of students in a competitive exam based on scores and three different statuses are given below:

a. Create a parallel coordinates plot using XLMiner for these data. Include vertical axes for the name, score, and rank. Color the lines by the type of status.
b. According to the parallel coordinates plot, how are disable veterans differentiated from veterans?

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