The frequency histogram represents the number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities by state (including Washington, D.C.) in 2012 according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

(a) Determine the class width.
(b) Identify the classes.
(c) Which class has the highest frequency?
(d) Describe the shape of the distribution.
(e) A reporter writes the following statement: "According to the data, Texas had 1296 alcohol-related deaths, while Vermont had only 23. So the roads in Vermont are much safer." Explain what is wrong with this statement and how a fair comparison can be made between alcohol-related traffic fatalities in Texas versus Vermont.

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Alcohol-Related Traffic Fatalities, 2012 30 25 - 20 - 15 - 10 - 5- 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 Number of Fatalities Frequency