In Forming the Classes for a Frequency Distribution and Histogram

question 37

Multiple Choice

In forming the classes for a frequency distribution and histogram, suppose there were a number of empty classes. You should:

• A) increase the class width.
• B) decrease the class width.
• C) keep the current class width.
• D) use an ogive instead.

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Definitions:

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