The Following Class Intervals for a Frequency Distribution Were Developed

question 41

Multiple Choice

The following class intervals for a frequency distribution were developed to provide information regarding the starting salaries for students graduating from a particular school: Before data was collected,someone questioned the validity of this arrangement. Which of the following represents a problem with this set of intervals?

• A) There are too many intervals.
• B) The class widths are too small.
• C) The class widths are too large.
• D) The second and the third interval overlap.
• E) There are too few intervals.

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Definitions:

Discontinuity Effect

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Abrupt Increases

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Scapegoat Theory

A social psychology theory suggesting that individuals or groups are blamed for wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others as a means of deflecting attention or responsibility.