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MCQ practice - 1 Create and analyze histograms, ensuring the vertical axis is marked as 'Frequency density'. 2 Perform calculations involving frequency density, which is determined by dividing frequency by class width. - Histograms

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What is the purpose of using frequency density in histograms?.

  1. A.To represent data in discrete categories
  2. B.To adjust for different class widths
  3. C.To simplify data representation
  4. D.To eliminate the need for class intervals

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Height Data

The table shows the frequency of students' heights in different intervals.

Height (cm)Frequency
150-1555
155-16010
160-16515
165-17020
  1. a

    Calculate the frequency density for the interval 160-165 cm.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  2. b

    Construct a histogram using the data provided.

    Aim for approximately 4 distinct marking points.

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