Stage 5 · Data analysis A · Represent datasets using box plots and use them to compare datasets · Topic: Data & statistics · Year 9, 10
Represent numerical datasets using a box plot to display the median, upper and lower quartiles, and maximum and minimum values
Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-data-analysis-a/dnn-rdu-stg5-01 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_DNN_RDU_STG5_01 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗
Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-DAT-C-01)
MA5-DAT-C-01 compares and analyses datasets using summary statistics and graphical representationsCore resources for this dot point
On-level resources, grouped by type. Need the building blocks? Use Support. Ready for more? Use Enrich.
Simulation
- PhET Center and VariabilityUse it for: Kick a soccer ball to build datasets; see how outliers shift mean, median, range and IQR.
Worksheet
- Corbettmaths practice questions: Graphs: box plots- draw/interpretUse it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on graphs: box plots- draw/interpret for drill or a quick check.
- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Drawing box plotsUse it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on drawing box plots; good for drill or homework.
Video
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Graphs: box plots- draw/interpretUse it for: Short worked-example video on graphs: box plots- draw/interpret to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
Focus area resources
Checked resources for Data analysis A as a whole (not mapped to a single dot point).
- Unit/PlanningSample unit – Stage 5: data analysis A
- Unit/PlanningStage 5 Unit 8 – making decisions (sample unit of learning)