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Skills Lesson: Plotting Trends and Patterns

Question 2 • Environmental Science (2025-2026)

Tracy took a road trip out west where she had a chance to visit both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. She observed more wildlife and a greater variety of views from the south rim, but enjoyed a less crowded more peaceful experience at the north rim. She was able to hike several trails at both locations and found the staff to be helpful. What would be the best way for Tracy to categorize her observations?

Answer
A
Similarities = variety of views, crowds, peacefulDifferences = amount of wildlife, hiking trails, staff
B
Similarities = helpful staff, ability to hikeDifferences = variety of views, crowds, peacefulness, wildlife sightings
C
Similarities = helpful staff, views, amount of wildlifeDifferences = difficulty levels of hiking trails, crowds, peacefulness
D
Similarities = Both crowded, excellent views, ability to hikeDifferences = peacefulness, staff availability, amount of wildlife

Explanation

Similarities are the experiences Tracy had at both rims: she could hike trails at each location, and the staff at both were helpful. The differences were that the south rim had more wildlife and a greater variety of views, while the north rim was less crowded and more peaceful. Choice B correctly groups helpful staff and hiking together as similarities and the views, crowds, peacefulness, and wildlife sightings as differences.

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