Dimension of Histogram

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A histogram is a:

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Question (English)

A histogram is a:

  1. One-dimensional diagram
  2. Two-dimensional diagram ✓ Correct
  3. Three-dimensional diagram
  4. Non-dimensional diagram
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

A histogram is a two-dimensional diagram.

Key Points:
  • In a histogram, both width and height of rectangles are important.
  • The base represents class intervals (along X-axis) and areas are proportional to class frequency.
  • Unlike bar diagrams (one-dimensional), in histograms the width is as important as height.
  • This is a key difference between bar diagram and histogram frequently tested in exams.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A. One-dimensional: Bar diagram is one-dimensional; histogram is two-dimensional.
  • C. Three-dimensional: Histograms are plotted on a 2D plane.
  • D. Non-dimensional: Histograms have two dimensions (width and height).

📚 About this Topic — CH-4: Presentation of Data

This multiple choice question is from CH-4: Presentation of Data, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-4: Presentation of Data to strengthen your preparation.

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