Table 4.5 Classification Type
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Question (English)
Table 4.5 in the chapter is an example of which type of classification?
- One-way classification
- Two-way classification
- Three-way classification ✓ Correct
- Spatial classification only
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The population table classified by workers/non-workers, gender, AND location is an example of three-way classification.
Key Points:
- First classification: Location (Rural, Urban, All).
- Second classification: Gender (Male, Female, Total).
- Third classification: Worker status (Main, Marginal, Total workers, Non-workers).
- Three characteristics are used simultaneously for classification.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A. One-way: Would use only one classifying characteristic.
- B. Two-way: Would use only two classifying characteristics.
- D. Spatial only: Location is just one of three classifications used.
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