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Chapter 2.3, Problem 1CYU

Weights of college students: The following table presents weights in pounds for a group of male college freshmen.

Chapter 2.3, Problem 1CYU, Weights of college students: The following table presents weights in pounds for a group of male

a. List the stems for a stem-and-leaf plot.
b. For each item in the data set, write its leaf next to its stem.
c. Rearrange the leaves in numerical order to create a stem-and-leaf plot.

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