Question

the line plot shows the weights of some apples that trisha picked. weights of apples what is the difference between the weight of the heaviest apple and the weight of the lightest apple? 3/8 of a pound 4/8 of a pound 6/8 of a pound 7/8 of a pound

Explanation:

Step1: Identify heaviest and lightest weights

From the line - plot, the lightest apple weight is $\frac{1}{8}$ pound and the heaviest apple weight is $\frac{5}{8}$ pound.

Step2: Calculate the difference

Subtract the light - est weight from the heaviest weight. The difference $d=\frac{5}{8}-\frac{1}{8}=\frac{5 - 1}{8}=\frac{4}{8}$ pound.

Answer:

$\frac{4}{8}$ of a pound