Question 10 of 13intermediate⚖️ EvaluateShort Answer2 marks

Which way of displaying information is easier to understand and why?

Correct Answer

The table format (Method 2) is easier to understand.

Why:

  • It clearly shows the number of children for each subject in an organized manner.
  • We can quickly compare values and identify the most and least popular subjects.
  • The raw data string (Method 1) requires counting each letter individually, which takes more time and can lead to counting errors.
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For More Understanding

Explanation

The chapter presents two ways of displaying data: raw data as a string of letters and organized data in a table. This question helps students understand why organizing data in tables makes it easier to read, compare, and analyze information.

Solution Steps

  1. Identify that the table format (Method 2) is easier to understand.

  2. The table clearly shows the number of children for each subject in an organized manner.

  3. Tables allow quick comparison of values to identify the most and least popular subjects.

  4. The raw data string (Method 1) requires counting each letter individually, which takes more time and can lead to counting errors.

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