Cumulative Frequency Curve
Cumulative frequency curve is also known as:
- Ogive — Correct Answer
- Histogram
- Line graph
- None
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Ogive
A cumulative frequency curve is also known as an Ogive. It is drawn by plotting cumulative frequencies against the corresponding class boundaries (or upper limits).
Key Points on Ogive
- Two types of ogives exist: Less than ogive (rising curve) and More than ogive (falling curve).
- The two ogives always intersect at the point corresponding to the Median of the distribution.
- Ogive is a graph of frequency distribution — not a diagrammatic representation.
Graphs vs Diagrams of Frequency Distribution
| Graph (Frequency Distribution) | Not a Graph (Diagram) |
|---|---|
| Histogram, Frequency polygon, Frequency curve, Ogive | Bar diagram, Pie chart, Pictogram, Cartogram |
Note: Histogram is NOT a diagrammatic representation — it is a graph.
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