6.SP.A.3
Recognize that a measure of center for a numerical data set summarizes all of its values with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how its values vary with a single number.
Cluster 6.SP.ADevelop understanding of statistical variability.
Where this sits in the school year
Our Grade 6 Math scope and sequence teaches 6.SP.A.3 in Unit 11: Statistics, weeks 30–32.
Statistical questions anticipate variability: distributions, dot plots, histograms and box plots, and summaries chosen by shape. See the full pacing guide →
Builds on
Suggested prerequisites. This sequencing is our editorial guidance, not part of the Common Core.
Teaching Kits for this standard
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