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Dataset P represents the monthly sales of Product X over the last year, with a median of $5,000 and an interquartile range (IQR) of $1,200. Dataset Q represents the monthly sales of Product Y over the same period, with a median of $4,800 and an IQR of $800. Which of the following statements is most likely true?

A Product X consistently outsold Product Y throughout the year.
B The middle 50% of Product Y's sales are more spread out than Product X's.
C Product X has a wider range of sales for its middle 50% than Product Y.
D The highest sales for Product Y were greater than the highest sales for Product X.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The IQR measures the spread of the middle 50% of data. Product X has an IQR of $1,200, while Product Y has an IQR of $800. This means the middle 50% of Product X's sales values cover a wider range than Product Y's.

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