Free Year 5 Mode of a data set Practice | Skillo
Year 5 students preparing for NAPLAN need to be confident with mode of a data set. Discuss and report on data distributions in terms of highest frequency (mode) and shape. Skillo has targeted practice questions for this exact skill, mapped to the Australian Curriculum v9.0, free and ready to go.
Start Free Practice →What is tested: Mode of a data set
- ✓Discuss and report on data distributions in terms of highest frequency (mode) and shape.
- ✓Questions may include word problems set in real Australian contexts
- ✓Both calculator and non-calculator question types are covered
Sample questions
Question 1 — Easy
The pictograph shows food orders at the school canteen. Each symbol represents 10 orders. How many orders were recorded in total?
Answer: Total symbols = 3 + 5 + 2 + 1 + 4 = 15. Total orders = 15 × 10 = 150.
Question 2 — Medium
The pictograph shows food orders at the school canteen. Each symbol represents 10 orders. What fraction of all orders were for Pizza? Give your answer in simplest form.
Answer: Pizza = 50 orders. Total = 150 orders. Fraction = 50/150 = 1/3.
Question 3 — Hard
How many students chose swimming as their favourite sport?
Answer: Swimming represents 20% of 60 students. 20% × 60 = 12 students.
How to use Skillo for Year 5 Numeracy
- Select Year 5 and Numeracy on the home screen
- Use Quick Practice — questions on mode of a data set will appear as part of the session
- Check the Skill Breakdown on your profile to track your accuracy on mode of a data set specifically
- Review explanations after each question to understand the reasoning behind correct answers
Skillo is free, requires no email or account details, and is built specifically for Australian students. Every question is mapped to the Australian Curriculum v9.0 and filtered by skill so your child practises exactly what they need.
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