Sturges' rule for the number of classes k is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Sturges' rule for the number of classes k is:
A. k = 1 + 3.322 log₁₀ N
B. k = log₁₀ N
C. k = 1 + 2.322 log₁₀ N
D. k = 3.322 log₁₀ N
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The formula k = 1 + 3.322 log₁₀ N gives an approximate optimal number of classes.

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