The data collected by the NSSO through its surveys is an example of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The data collected by the NSSO through its surveys is an example of:

A. None

B. Primary data for NSSO

C. Secondary data for researchers

D. Both A and B

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

For NSSO, it is primary data; for others using the reports, it is secondary data.

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The value of a random variable that occurs with the highest frequency in a probability distribution is called the:

A. Expected value

B. Variance

C. Median

D. Mode

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
By definition, the mode represents the most probable or most frequent outcome.

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Which of the following is primary data?

A. Data downloaded from a government website

B. Data from a newspaper

C. Data taken from a published report

D. Data collected by an investigator through direct interview

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Primary data is originally collected firsthand for the specific research purpose. Direct interview is a primary method.

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In a frequency distribution with classes 0-9, 10-19, 20-29,... the class boundaries for 20-29 are:

A. 20.5 - 29.5

B. 19.5 - 29.5

C. 20 - 29

D. 19.5 - 28.5

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Given inclusive intervals with gap of 1, subtract 0.5 from lower and add 0.5 to upper.

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