Question

the line plot shows the heights of plants in an experiment. which statement is supported by the data in the line plot? plant experiment height (in.) most of the plants are under 61 inches tall. there are 25 plants in the experiment. the range of heights is 63 inches. more plants are 56 inches tall than are 62 inches tall.

Explanation:

Step1: Count plants at 56 inches

There are 3 'X's at 56 inches.

Step2: Count plants at 62 inches

There are 2 'X's at 62 inches.

Step3: Compare counts

Since 3 > 2, more plants are 56 inches tall than 62 inches tall.

Step4: Analyze other options

• For "Most of the plants are under 61 inches tall", count plants under 61 inches (10) and 61 - 63 inches (5), not most are under 61.
• For "There are 25 plants in the experiment", count all 'X's, there are 15 plants.
• For "The range of heights is 63 inches", range = 63 - 55=8 inches, not 63 inches.

Answer:

D. More plants are 56 inches tall than are 62 inches tall.