At a dog show, the entries included Welsh corgis and cocker spaniels. The table compares the weights within this sample of dogs. Mean
(pounds) Median
(pounds) Range
(pounds) MAD
(pounds)
Welsh corgi 27.3 27 7 2.3
Cocker spaniel 27.3 27.5 2 0.8
Answer the questions to compare the weights of the dog breeds and determine which breed of dog had the heaviest entry.

1. What is the median weight of the Welsh corgis? What does the median tell you about their weights?

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2. Which type of dog has the greater variation in weights? Justify your answer.

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3. Do you think the heaviest dog in the show was a Welsh corgi or a cocker spaniel? Explain how you made your choice.

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