Highest Respondent Age Group
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Question (English)
In the distribution of 542 respondents by age (Table 4.2), the age group with the highest number of respondents was:
- 40-50 years
- 50-60 years ✓ Correct
- 30-40 years
- 60-70 years
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The age group 50-60 years had the highest number of respondents at 153 (28.24%).
Key Points:
- 20-30: 3 (0.55%), 30-40: 61 (11.25%), 40-50: 132 (24.35%).
- 50-60: 153 (28.24%), 70-80: 51 (9.41%), 80-90: 2 (0.37%).
- 60-70: 140 (25.83%) — calculated as 542 - (3+61+132+153+51+2) = 140.
- This represents quantitative classification by age.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A. 40-50: Had 132 respondents, second highest.
- C. 30-40: Had only 61 respondents.
- D. 60-70: Had 140 respondents, close but less than 153.
📚 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.
