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2.4 Variance and Standard Deviation

2.4 Variance and Standard Deviation

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Question 1

Adam is measuring the heights in cm of his tomato plants.

Height (cm)Frequency
140<h≤150140 < h \leq 150140<h≤1507
150<h≤160150 < h \leq 160150<h≤16010
160<h≤170160 < h \leq 170160<h≤17015
170<h≤180170 < h \leq 180170<h≤18019
180<h≤200180 < h \leq 200180<h≤2009
a.

Use linear interpolation to estimate the median height.

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b.

Estimate the mean height.

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c.

Estimate the standard deviation.

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2.4 Variance and Standard Deviation Questions

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4 exam-style questions on Edexcel A Level Maths 2.4 Variance and Standard Deviation. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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