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Comparing car colours Favorite vehicle colours may differ among types of vehicles. Here are data on the most popular colours in 2008 for luxury cars and for SUVs, trucks, and vans.


(a) Make a graph to compare colours by vehicle type.

(b) Write a few sentences describing what you see.

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Part (b) SUVs, trucks, and vans in grey and green have slightly higher demand than luxury vehicles. SUVs, trucks, vans, and premium cars are all popular in silver.

Part (a) The figure is 

1Part (a) Step 1: Given Information

Favorite vehicle colors can vary depending on the vehicle type. The most popular colors for luxury cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans in  are listed below. 

ColorLuxury(%)SUVs, trucks, vans(%)
Black2213
Silver1616
White pearl141
Gray1213
White1125
Blue710
Red711
Yellow/Gold61
Green34
Beige/Brown26
2Part (a) Step 2: Concept

The distribution of a category variable is displayed using pie charts and bar graphs. Any set of quantities measured in the same units can be compared using bar graphs. It's a good idea to ask yourself, "What do I see?" when looking at any graph. 

3Part (a) Step 3: Explanation

Based on the information provided, the graph below compares the most popular colors for luxury cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans in 2008

4Part (b) Step 1: Explanation

Black is the most common color for luxury vehicles, whereas white is the most popular color for SUVs, trucks, and vans, as shown in the graph above. White, blue, red, and beige/brown are the most common colors for SUVs, trucks, and vans, while black, white pearl and yellow/gold are the most popular colors for luxury cars. SUVs, trucks, and vans in grey and green have slightly higher demand than luxury vehicles. SUVs, trucks, and vans, as well as luxury cars, are all popular in silver. As a result, SUVs, trucks, and vans in grey and green have slightly higher demand than luxury vehicles. SUVs, trucks, and vans, as well as luxury cars, are all popular in silver.