In a frequency polygon, the points plotted are: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a frequency polygon, the points plotted are:
A. Lower limits vs frequencies
B. Upper limits vs frequencies
C. Class midpoints vs frequencies
D. Cumulative frequencies vs upper boundaries
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A frequency polygon connects the midpoints of histogram bars at their respective frequencies.

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A fixed base index uses:
A. A single, constant base period for all comparisons
B. A different base period for each time point
C. The immediately preceding period as the base for each calculation
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