Math Problem Statement
What is the range of the numbers below?
Solution
To calculate the range of the numbers displayed in the image:
Step 1: Identify the smallest and largest numbers.
- The smallest number is .
- The largest number is .
Step 2: Calculate the range.
The range is the difference between the largest and smallest numbers:
Final Answer:
The range of the numbers is 14.5.
Do you want additional details or explanations? Here are 5 related questions to deepen understanding:
- What is the importance of the range in a dataset?
- How do negative numbers affect the calculation of the range?
- Can the range ever be negative? Why or why not?
- How is the range different from other measures of spread like variance or standard deviation?
- Can you find the midpoint of the smallest and largest numbers in this dataset?
Tip: Always double-check the signs (positive or negative) of numbers when calculating a range to avoid common errors.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Range
Basic Arithmetic
Positive and Negative Numbers
Formulas
Range = Largest Number - Smallest Number
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7