Range of a data set
Find the range of a data set as a simple measure of spread. Unlimited questions, five difficulty levels, and a full worked solution every time — free.
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The concession stand counted how many hot dogs it sold at 5 home games. What is the range of this data set?
2, 2, 3, 6, 12
Answer: 10
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A weather station logged the daily high temperature (in deg C) for 6 days. What is the range of this data set?
4, −6, 5, 3, −6, −6
📘 Worked solution
1Greatest value = 5, least value = −6Scan the data set for the maximum and minimum.
2Range = 5 - −6 = 11The range measures spread: subtract the smallest value from the largest.
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