Incorrect Statement About Frequency Distribution
Which of the following statements about a Frequency Distribution is INCORRECT?
- It shows how different values of a variable are distributed in different classes
- Further statistical calculations are based on class mark values
- Individual observations retain full significance in further statistical calculations — Correct Answer
- It is a comprehensive way to classify raw data of a quantitative variable
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The statement that 'individual observations retain full significance in further statistical calculations' is INCORRECT.
What is Actually True:
- Once data is grouped into classes, individual observations have NO significance in further calculations.
- Only the class mark is used to represent all observations in a class.
- This is the inherent Loss of Information in a frequency distribution.
What IS Correct:
- ✓ Frequency distribution shows how values are distributed in classes.
- ✓ Further calculations are based on class marks.
- ✓ It classifies raw data of quantitative variables.
📚 About this Topic — CH-3: Organisation of Data
This multiple choice question is from CH-3: Organisation of Data, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-3: Organisation of Data to strengthen your preparation.
