Question

the heights of basketball players, in inches, on two different teams is given in the data.

champs: \\{62, 68, 70, 66, 69, 69, 60, 58, 75, 67, 65, 70, 67, 70, 60\\}

all stars: \\{72, 62, 63, 63, 68, 65, 68, 68, 64, 66, 66, 68, 60, 70, 71\\}

using the correct measure of center, which team typically has the tallest players?

• the all stars, with a mean of approximately 66.3 inches
• the champs, with a mean of approximately 66.4 inches
• the all stars, with a median of 66 inches
• the champs, with a median of 67 inches

Explanation:

Check for outliers to determine the correct measure of center

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Calculate the mean for both teams

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Compare the means to find the taller team

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Answer:

• (A) The All Stars, with a mean of approximately 66.3 inches
• (B) The Champs, with a mean of approximately 66.4 inches (Correct answer)
• (C) The All Stars, with a median of 66 inches
• (D) The Champs, with a median of 67 inches