Crossover Aptitude Test Data Interpretation: Charts/Graphs 4

Question 1

A graph shows exports (in $B): 2020=$12B, 2021=$15B, 2022=$18B, 2023=$21B. If the linear trend continues, what will exports be in 2024?

Accepted Answer

$24B

Answer

The data increases by $3B each year, so 2024 exports = $21B + $3B = $24B.

Question 2

A pie chart shows a school's budget: salaries=55%, facilities=20%, supplies=15%, other=10%. If the total budget is $400K, how much is spent on facilities and supplies combined?

Accepted Answer

$140,000

Answer

(20% + 15%) = 35% of $400K = $140,000.

Question 3

A grouped bar chart compares male and female applicants in 2022 and 2023. In 2022: M=300, F=250. In 2023: M=280, F=310. Which gender gained applicants year over year?

Accepted Answer

Female

Answer

Female applicants increased from 250 to 310 (+60), while male decreased from 300 to 280 (−20).

Question 4

In a scatter plot, two variables have a correlation coefficient of −0.9. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Strong negative relationship

Answer

A correlation of −0.9 indicates a strong negative (inverse) relationship between the two variables.

Question 5

A frequency polygon shows test score peaks at 75 with symmetrical distribution. What does this imply about the mean?

Accepted Answer

Mean equals 75

Answer

A symmetrical distribution with a peak at 75 means the mean, median, and mode all equal 75.

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Crossover Aptitude Test Data Interpretation: Charts/Graphs 4