What type of data is most appropriate for representing using a Pie-chart?
Options
ACategorical data
BContinuous data
COrdinal data
DInterval data
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✅ Option a — Categorical data
All Options:
- ACategorical data
- BContinuous data
- COrdinal data
- DInterval data
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Detailed Solution & Explanation
A pie chart is a circular statistical graphic divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportion. In a pie chart, the arc length of each slice (and consequently its central angle and area) is proportional to the quantity it represents. The central angle for the -th category is calculated as:
This representation is best suited for categorical data (nominal or qualitative data), where data is grouped into distinct, non-overlapping categories (such as eye color, nationality, or product brands) to show the relative contribution of each category to the total.
Hence, **Option A** is the correct answer.
About This Chapter: Statistical Representation of Data
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
2-4 Marks
Key Topics
Data, Frequency Distribution, Graphical Representation
This chapter covers Data, Frequency Distribution, Graphical Representation and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.
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This topic carries 2-4 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.
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