The dotplot in the image shows a distribution of points earned by students, and the question asks for the best description of the distribution.

Looking at the dotplot:

• The distribution has two distinct peaks, one near 9 points and another near 17-18 points.
• There is a noticeable gap between these two peaks, as there are fewer or no points between 12 and 15.

Based on this, the best description of the distribution would be Bimodal with a gap, which corresponds to option C.

Would you like further clarification or details about why "Bimodal with a gap" is the correct choice?

Here are five follow-up questions to enhance your understanding:

1. What characteristics define a bimodal distribution?
2. How can a gap in a distribution affect its interpretation?
3. What are examples of approximately normal distributions?
4. What does it mean for a distribution to be skewed to the right or left?
5. How can dotplots be useful for visualizing the distribution of data?

Tip: When interpreting a dotplot, focus on the number of peaks, any noticeable gaps, and the general shape (symmetry, skewness) to describe the distribution accurately.