Fundamentals of Statistics (5th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134508306
Author: Michael Sullivan III
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2.1, Problem 26AYU
a.
To determine
To check: Whether it is possible to draw a pie-chart for the land area of seven continents.
To draw: A pie-chart if it is possible.
b.
To determine
To check: Whether it is possible to draw a pie-chart for the highest elevation.
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Fundamentals of Statistics (5th Edition)
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