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5AT L2

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Question 1

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Decide if the question is statistical or non-statistical. Explain your reasoning.

Over the past 10 years, what is the warmest temperature recorded, in degrees Fahrenheit, for the month of December in Miami, Florida?

Statistical question because the temperature in Miami in December changes from day to day and from year to year.

Not a statistical question because the temperature in Miami in December changes from day to day and from year to year.

Not a statistical question because the temperature in Miami in December does not change from day to day and from year to year.

Statistical question because the temperature in Miami in December does not change from day to day and from year to year

Question 2

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Decide if the question is statistical or non-statistical. Explain your reasoning.

At what temperature does water freeze in Miami, Florida?

Not a statistical question. Water sometimes freezes at sea level at 32 degrees Fahrenheit. This can vary.

Statistical question. Water freezes at sea level at 32 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a known fact.

Not a statistical question. Water freezes at sea level at 32 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a known fact.

Statistical question. Water does not freeze in Miami because it is so close to the ocean.  This is a known fact.