Question

multiple choice
what is the range of the following data set?
32, 38, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 49, 60, 72
remember:
subtract the least data value from the greatest to find the range of the data set.
a 40
b 28
c 2.25

Explanation:

Step1: Identify greatest value

The greatest value in the data - set 32, 38, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 49, 60, 72 is 72.

Step2: Identify least value

The least value in the data - set is 32.

Step3: Calculate the range

Range = greatest value - least value = 72 - 32 = 40.

Answer:

A. 40