One of the Key Differences Between a Bar Chart and Histogram

question 129

Multiple Choice

One of the key differences between a bar chart and histogram is:

• A) the histogram contains gaps between the bars and the bar chart does not.
• B) a bar chart is used to display a categorical variable and a histogram is used to display the distribution of a quantitative variable.
• C) the histogram shows relative frequency while the bar chart shows frequency.
• D) the bar chart must be vertical while the histogram must be horizontal.

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Definitions:

Incidence

The rate at which new cases of a disease or condition occur in a specific population over a defined period of time.

Disorder

A disruption to regular bodily or mental functions, often characterized by specific symptoms and signs, affecting an individual's overall health and well-being.

Population

The total number of individuals or items under consideration or study within a specified area or group.

Prevalence Rate

The proportion of a population found to have a condition or disease at a specific time.