Year 5 Statistics

Solve problems using information presented in tables and line graphs; calculate and interpret the mean.

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Worked examples

RookieRead and interpret directly.

Define: median.

  • Middle value (ordered).
  • Most common.
  • Average.
  • Max minus min.

Answer: Middle value (ordered).. Median = middle.

ProCompare and infer.

Compare sets: A {5, 7, 9}; B {3, 7, 11}. Which has higher RANGE?

  • B
  • A
  • Equal
  • Cannot tell

Answer: B. Range A: 4. Range B: 8.

GuruMulti-step reasoning.

Why do we sometimes prefer the mode over the median?

  • Mode is best for categorical data (e.g. favourite colour) where 'middle' has no meaning.
  • Mode is always better.
  • Convention.
  • Coincidence.

Answer: Mode is best for categorical data (e.g. favourite colour) where 'middle' has no meaning.. Mode for categories.

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What is covered in Year 5 Statistics?
Solve problems using information presented in tables and line graphs; calculate and interpret the mean. Key skills include Averages, Range.

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