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Two sets share the same mean and median. What can still differ?
ATheir median values
BTheir mean values
CTheir total averages
DTheir scatter or spread
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Their scatter or spread
Equal centres can hide very different scatter, which is why measures of dispersion are needed.
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