Which of the following is a rule for effective tabulation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a rule for effective tabulation?
A. Row and column headings should be abbreviated to save space
B. Every table must have a clear title, number, and source note
C. Tables should contain as many decimal places as possible for precision
D. Totals should be omitted to avoid clutter
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A well-constructed table includes a descriptive title, unique number for reference, clear headings, and source notes to ensure clarity, credibility, and ease of interpretation.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a good index number?
A. It should be biased.
B. It should not be based on a basket of items.
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Correct Answer: Option D


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A. Crude Birth Rate
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Correct Answer: Option D


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If the arithmetic mean of 10 numbers is 40 and the mean of the same numbers after subtracting a constant from each is 25, the constant subtracted was:
A. 10
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C. 25
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Correct Answer: Option B


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