Stem and Leaf

 

One of ways of representing data is called a “Stem and Leaf”.  The name is derived from the structure of the presentation. The “stem” is the top row of numbers, and the “leaves” are to be read vertically.

 

Our high school Mathematics students have been studying this unique method and how it is used in real life.

 

In many parts of the world, public transportation is ingrained in the routine of people’s lives. Every day, people use trains and buses to travel from home to work or from home to school—and back again.

 

In some parts of the world, Stem and Leaf diagrams are used to indicate arrival and departure times in a more clear and easy way to interpret.

 

This is just another wonderful example of how Mathematics is used to improve our every day lives.

 

Hebert Tapfuma

High School Mathematics Teacher