A sociologist conducted a survey to investigate whether there is a difference in self-reported work-life balance depending on working arrangements. They compared two groups of employees from a national logistics firm: the first group worked entirely remotely (Remote-only), while the second group split their time between home and the office (Hybrid).
Participants rated their perceived work-life balance on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 indicating an excellent work-life balance.
Table 1: Frequency of work-life balance ratings, median ratings, and ranges for Remote-only and Hybrid workers
| Work-Life Balance Rating | Frequency for Remote-only workers | Frequency for Hybrid workers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 3 | 4 | 3 |
| 4 | 5 | 5 |
| 5 | 8 | 12 |
| 6 | 7 | 10 |
| 7 | 5 | 4 |
| 8 | 4 | 1 |
| 9 | 2 | 0 |
| 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Median Rating | 5.5 | 5 |
| Range | 9 | 6 |
State which group of workers had a greater dispersion of scores. Justify your answer.
513 exam-style questions on OCR A Level Psychology Data recording, analysis and presentation. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.