Question

In a science class experiment, the weights of

8 baking soda samples were measured and recorded on the line plot below. Each point represents one sample.

Answer 1

Explanation:

the lightest is one of the 2.5 ones, the second lightest is the other of the 2.5 ones and the third lightest is the 3.5 one.

Answer 2

The weights of the 3 lightest baking soda samples are;

Baking soda sample Weight (grams)

Lightest sample 3 1/2

`2^(nd)` lightest sample 4 1/2

`3^(rd)` lightest sample 2 1/2.

In Mathematics and Statistics, a line plot is a type of graph that is used for the graphical representation of data set above a number line, while using crosses, dots, or any other mathematical symbol.

In this scenario and exercise, the weight of the samples can be determined as follows;

2 1/2 = 2 1/2 + 2 1/2 = 5 grams.

3 1/2 grams

4 = 4 + 4 = 8 grams.

4 1/2 grams.

5 = 5 + 5 = 10 grams.

In conclusion, we can reasonably infer and logically deduce that the lghtest sample is the 3 1/2 grams sample, followed by the 4 1/2 grams, and then the 2 1/2 grams sample.