6.DS.A.4: Recognize that a measure of center (median and/or mean) for a numerical data set summarizes all the values with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how its values vary with a single number.

Recognize that a measure of center (median and/or mean) for a numerical data set summarizes all the values with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how its values vary with a single number.

Example Problems

Last night, Jennifer and her family went out for dinner. For the question below, decide whether or not it is a

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, and justify your decision.

How much should we leave for the tip?

Last night, Jennifer and her family went out for dinner. For the question below, decide whether or not it is a

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, and justify your decision.

How long will it be until we get there?

Last night, Jennifer and her family went out for dinner. For the question below, decide whether or not it is a

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, and justify your decision.

Do customers at the restaurant like pizza?

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