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Work Sample : Frances

Activity : Stem-and-Leaf Comparison

    Stem-and-Leaf Comparison - Frances : Grade Commentary

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Frances has demonstrated basic knowledge and understanding of statistical terms and a limited level of competence in reading a stem-and-leaf plot. Range is the only measure that has been accurately calculated and explained. The working for the median appears correct but the correct answer has not been provided and the source of the number 26, used to calculate the mean, is unclear. A statement about the two tests has been made but no reasoning has been provided and outliers have not been mentioned. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade D standard at the end of Stage 4.

Grade D

The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the content and has achieved a limited level of competence in the processes and skills.

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