Question

Which of the following plots makes it easy to compare two or more distributions on the same set of axes?

• A. Box plot
• B. Histogram
• C. Frequency polygon
• D. Bar chart

Hint:

Box plots are particularly useful when comparing distributions across different categories or groups. They allow you to visually assess differences in median, spread, and possible outliers in your data.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

A \texttt{box plot} is an effective method for comparing two or more distributions on the same set of axes. It displays the minimum, first quartile, median, third quartile, and maximum values of a dataset, making it easy to compare the spread and central tendency of multiple distributions. While histograms and frequency polygons can show the shape of a distribution, box plots provide a concise summary of multiple distributions, making them ideal for comparison. Thus, the correct answer is \texttt{Box plot.}