Question

the box plots show the number of points scored in each game of a season between two rival football teams.
number of points scored
pandas
zebras
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 45 50 55
number of points scored each game
which two statements compare the two football teams accurately?
the pandas have a larger interquartile range, while the zebras have a larger median.
the pandas have a larger median and interquartile range than the zebras.
the zebras have a larger median, while the pandas have a larger range.
the zebras have a larger first quartile and third quartile than the pandas.
the zebras have a smaller first quartile and third quartile than the pandas.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze box plot components

Box plots show min, Q1, median, Q3, max. IQR = Q3 - Q1.

Step2: Compare Pandas and Zebras

Pandas' box is right-shifted (higher median/Q1/Q3) and wider (larger IQR). Zebras' box is left-shifted and narrower.

Step3: Evaluate options

Only "The Pandas have a larger median and interquartile range than the Zebras" matches observations.

Answer:

The Pandas have a larger median and interquartile range than the Zebras.