When constructing a frequency polygon, the frequencies are plotted against: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

When constructing a frequency polygon, the frequencies are plotted against:
A. Upper class limits
B. Class marks (midpoints)
C. Lower class limits
D. Cumulative frequencies
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A frequency polygon connects the points formed by the class frequencies plotted at the exact midpoints of the class intervals.

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