Question

Based on the boxplots above, which of the following is a correct conclusion about the data collected in the study?

1) The petal lengths of species A are generally longer than those of species B.
2) The petal lengths of species B are generally longer than those of species A.
3) The petal lengths of species A and B are approximately equal.
4) The petal lengths of species A and B cannot be determined from the given information.

Answer 1

The petal lengths of species A and B cannot be determined from the given information.

Step-by-step explanation:

The answer cannot be determined from the given information. To compare the petal lengths of species A and B, we need to assess the medians or the bulk of the data represented by the boxplots. Without this information, we cannot draw a conclusive statement about the petal lengths of species A and B. Therefore, option 4) The petal lengths of species A and B cannot be determined from the given information is the correct conclusion. it suggests that the traits are indeed dominant as stated, and the two traits are not necessarily linked if they segregate independently.