Which graphical representation uses cumulative frequencies? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which graphical representation uses cumulative frequencies?

A. Ogive

B. Frequency polygon

C. Histogram

D. Bar diagram

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

An ogive plots cumulative frequencies against class boundaries.

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Which of the following is a limitation of vital statistics in India?

A. Complete registration

B. High accuracy

C. Timely reporting

D. Under-registration of births and deaths

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Civil registration in India suffers from incomplete coverage, especially in rural areas.

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If the arithmetic mean of a sample is 20 and median is 22, the distribution is likely:

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Mean < Median suggests negative skewness (left-skewed).

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If a town has 2000 live births, 50 infant deaths, and 20 neonatal deaths, the post-neonatal mortality rate (per 1000 live births) is:

A. 35

B. 25

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Post-neonatal deaths = infant deaths - neonatal = 50-20=30. Rate = (30/2000)×1000 = 15.

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