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Work Sample : Shane

Activity : Stem-and-Leaf Comparison

    Stem-and-Leaf Comparison - Shane : Grade Commentary

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Shane has demonstrated sound knowledge and understanding of statistical terms and an adequate level of competence in reading a stem-and-leaf plot. The calculations are correct and the explanation of the processes involved is clear. A comparison between the two tests has been made but the conclusions refer to the mean only. The second test has been identified as having better results than the first, but there is no evidence to support this finding. An outlier has been identified but Shane has not shown an understanding of its effect. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade C standard at the end of Stage 4.

Grade C

The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.

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