In a statistical table, the column headings are technically referred to as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In a statistical table, the column headings are technically referred to as:

A. Prefatory notes

B. Body

C. Captions

D. Stubs

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Captions refer to the headings of the columns in a table, whereas stubs refer to the row headings.

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