Question

the double bar graph shows results for boys and girls on a mathematics test in seven countries. consider the data displayed in the graph. complete parts (a) and (b) below.
a) which group scored higher on the test, boys in country e or girls in country a? estimate the test scores of each group.
the boys in country e scored about 475 (round to the nearest ten as needed.)

Explanation:

Step1: Estimate boys' score in country E

By observing the bar - graph, the blue bar (boys) for country E is a little above 540. Rounding to the nearest ten, it is about 540.

Step2: Estimate girls' score in country A

By observing the bar - graph, the red bar (girls) for country A is a little below 480. Rounding to the nearest ten, it is about 470.

Step3: Compare the scores

Since 540>470, boys in country E scored higher.

Answer:

Boys in country E scored higher. The boys in country E scored about 540 and the girls in country A scored about 470.